Nicotine Pouches: Are They Safe & Better Than Vaping?
As nicotine pouches surge in popularity, experts warn of addiction risks and a regulatory grey area. We examine the science, safety, and how they compare to regulated NRT for quitting smoking.
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Nicotine pouch use surges tenfold in five years
New research reveals a dramatic tenfold increase in nicotine pouch use in the UK since 2020, with experts blaming aggressive marketing. Urgent calls for the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to protect young people.
Katie Price's vaping addiction raises serious health concerns
Katie Price admits she 'has to stop' vaping, sparking fears for her health as her mother battles a terminal lung condition. Family and boyfriend JJ Slater are deeply worried.
Katie Price's family 'very worried' over her vaping addiction
Katie Price's family are deeply concerned as the star admits she's addicted to vaping, sharing a shocking lung disease X-ray. Her mother's own battle with a terminal lung condition heightens fears.
Reality Star's Heart Attack at 33 Linked to Vaping
Below Deck's Fraser Olender reveals he suffered a heart attack at 33, attributing it to 'vape poisoning'. The Bravo star warns fans to quit after a terrifying health scare.
Lindsay Lohan Vapes During Miami Family Day Out
Lindsay Lohan was seen vaping during a family meal in Miami, sparking memories of her 2000s party girl era. The actress, now a mother, reflects on her past without regrets.
Teen's lungs blackened after three years of vaping
Shocking images reveal a 17-year-old's blackened, damaged lungs after a vaping habit led to multiple collapses. He warns others of the severe health risks.
Bucks Fizz Star's Surrey Barn Plan Angers Neighbours
Jay Aston's barn conversion faces local backlash. Plus, Tom Hardy's £28m fortune, Boris Becker's new baby, and Trinny's vaping fears. Read the latest UK celebrity news.
Katie Price issues urgent vaping warning to fans
Katie Price shares a stark health warning about vaping after posting an X-ray of a diseased lung. The star, whose mum has IPF, vows to quit the habit. Read her full story.
Child Vaping Clinic Overwhelmed, Ages 11-15 on List
Alder Hey's pioneering vaping clinic for children is at full capacity with a growing waiting list. Experts warn of nicotine's irreversible harm to developing brains. Discover the scale of the crisis.
11-year-olds wait for NHS vaping addiction treatment
Exclusive: Children as young as 11 are on waiting lists for Britain's first NHS vaping addiction clinic at Alder Hey Hospital. Discover the growing youth vaping epidemic and what's being done.
Budget crackdown on illegal vapes with jail threat
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new powers for Border Force and HMRC to seize illegal vapes, with £10,000 fines and prison sentences for offenders. Protect your community from dangerous products.
Vape Health Alert: 5.6M UK Users Risk Infection
Urgent health warning for UK vapers as study finds devices 3,000 times dirtier than a public toilet, spreading flu, E.Coli, and herpes. Learn how to clean your vape safely.
Vapes Have 3,000x More Bacteria Than Toilet Seat
Shocking new research reveals vape mouthpieces can become breeding grounds for bacteria and fungi. Learn the critical hygiene steps to protect your health.
Seven English areas see smoking rates rise despite national fall
Official data reveals smoking has declined to just 9.1% of UK adults, but seven areas including East Staffordshire show worrying increases. Discover the regional disparities and new government regulations.
Teen Vaping Triples: Top 10 Hiding Spots Revealed
As UK teen vaping rates triple since 2021, experts reveal the sneaky hiding spots parents should know. Learn how to approach this sensitive issue with your child effectively.
Vaping harms teen memory and mood, study says
Experts warn the teen vaping epidemic is compromising children's rights, harming memory, mood, and attention. Urgent regulation is needed to protect youth.
Celebrity Traitors poppy controversy engulfs BBC
The BBC finds itself embroiled in Remembrance Day controversy as Celebrity Traitors contestants Charlotte Church and Ruth Codd face criticism for their poppy stance, igniting debates about patriotism and personal choice.
Vaping damages blood vessels like smoking - study
Groundbreaking research exposes how vaping damages blood vessels and heart function, challenging perceptions of e-cigarettes as a safe smoking alternative.
Women drive alarming vaping surge in UK
Exclusive data reveals British women are embracing vaping at unprecedented rates, creating a new public health challenge as e-cigarette use soars while traditional smoking falls.
Vaping Overtakes Smoking in UK First
Groundbreaking NHS data shows e-cigarettes have surpassed traditional smoking in Britain for the first time, with vaping rates doubling while smoking continues dramatic decline.
UK Health Alert: Vaping Crisis Reaches Critical Levels
New data reveals alarming trends in UK vaping habits, with health experts warning of serious public health consequences despite perceived safety advantages over traditional smoking.
Vaping Overtakes Smoking in Britain
New ONS data reveals vaping has surpassed traditional smoking in Britain, with just 6.9% of adults now smoking cigarettes compared to 7.7% using e-cigarettes.
Vaping overtakes smoking in UK with 5.4 million users
In a dramatic public health shift, vaping has surpassed traditional smoking in Britain with 5.4 million adults now using e-cigarettes, according to latest government figures revealing a historic turning point.
Reeves Announces Tax Rises in First Labour Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping tax increases on private schools, vaping, and non-doms in her debut Budget, warning of 'tough decisions' to fix Britain's economic challenges.
Locals Fury Over £7.5m Grand Designs 'Nazi Fortress' Castle
Residents in a picturesque Warwickshire village deliver scathing verdict on controversial modern castle they've branded 'disgusting' and 'vainglorious' after Channel 4's Grand Designs transformation.
Muslim students suspended over controversial kidnapping skit
A group of Muslim students at a prestigious American performing arts school has been suspended following a controversial theatrical performance about kidnapping, igniting debates about artistic freedom and cultural sensitivity in education.
Liverpool VAR controversy: Núñez goal disallowed vs Brentford
Liverpool's Premier League clash with Brentford ended in VAR controversy as Darwin Núñez's goal was disallowed for a contentious offside decision, leaving manager Jürgen Klopp furious and sparking fresh debate about video technology.
UK smashes world record with £15m fake vape seizure
In the largest seizure of its kind worldwide, UK Border Force and Trading Standards have intercepted over £15 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes containing dangerous substances, uncovering a sophisticated criminal network flooding Britain with counterf
NI smoking ban faces Brexit legal hurdle
Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.
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