October 17, 2022 The Health Department today released a new report (PDF) emphasizing the need to address the root causes of smoking inequities, with recommendations on how to make progress
"iQOS is not strictly a 'heat not burn' tobacco product," write the researchers, who go on to say: "This study has shown that the iQOS system may not be as harm free as claimed, and also emphasises the urgent need for further safety testing as the popularity and user base of this product is growing rapidly." Source-Eurekalert
Myers noted that studies have shown that such graphic warnings are effective at informing consumers about the health risks of smoking, discouraging children and other nonsmokers from starting to smoke, and motivating smokers to quit. FDA reveals bigger, graphic warning labels for cigarette packages At least 43 other countries require such cigarette box warnings, he said
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