06/03/2024
Unlocking Flavor Freedom: The Rise of Long Fills in Vaping
The introduction of nicotine-free E-Liquids, commonly referred to as long fills, was a direct response to the regulatory changes imposed by SARS. These innovative bottles contain slightly less liquid than their size suggests; for example, a 60ml long fill...
06/03/2024
Navigating Nicotine: Understanding Dependency and Embracing Harm Reduction
Nicotine, a stimulant present in various tobacco and vaping products, has long stirred controversy and debate. While many strive to quit nicotine use due to health concerns and societal pressure, breaking free from its grasp can prove challenging, if not...
04/03/2024
Vaping: A Promising Path to Smoking Cessation in South Africa
South Africa, with 11.1 million smokers aged 15 and above, confronts a formidable obstacle in reaching its smoking cessation objectives. The absence of accessible public cessation services and products severely limits options, with only 3% to 5% achieving...
01/03/2024
Does vaping damage your teeth?
Numerous studies suggest there's scant evidence to support the claim that vaping leads to tooth damage. According to dentistry experts from Newcastle University, there's no long-term evidence linking vaping to oral health issues in the UK . Both Public...
01/03/2024
Disposable Vape Sales Expected to Propel Positive Shift in Tobacco Market, Barclays Analysis Reveals
A recent analysis released by Barclays Research, the investment research division of the multinational banking corporation, indicates that Altria Group, a prominent U.S. tobacco company, may fail to meet its fiscal year 2024 earnings projections unless the...
28/02/2024
UK Government Contemplating Tax Increases on Vaping Products
The UK government is contemplating introducing a new tax on vapes in the upcoming Budget.
Presently, vaping products are subject to VAT, unlike tobacco, which doesn't have a dedicated levy.
There's also a possibility of an increase in tobacco duty to...
27/02/2024
New Store location - Vape King Dainfern now open
Exciting News! Vape King Dainfern is Now Open!
Attention all vape enthusiasts in Dainfern and surrounding areas! We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of Vape King Dainfern, your one-stop destination for all your vaping needs....
26/02/2024
Incorrect beliefs about the relative harm of vaping compared to smoking persist among 40% of smokers.
The battle against misconceptions surrounding vaping has been ongoing since its inception. Despite Public Health England's assertion that E-Cigarettes are 95% less harmful than smoking and Cancer Research UK's findings of a 97% reduction in harm, a recent...
26/02/2024
How can E-Cigarettes Assist in Nicotine Cessation?
Smoking poses significant health risks, including cancer and lung diseases, yet quitting can be exceedingly challenging due to the highly addictive nature of nicotine found in tobacco cigarettes. This difficulty in cessation has led many individuals to...
21/02/2024
Vape Art: Elevating Creativity and Conversation in Modern Visual Culture
In the tapestry of modern visual culture, a new thread has been woven, adding depth, color, and intrigue. This thread is “Vape Art”, an emerging phenomenon at the intersection of technology and creativity. As vaping ascends in popularity, its tendrils have...
19/02/2024
Is the US Supreme Court Set to Review a Vaping Appeal in the Near Future?
Two vape manufacturers have recently filed petitions for writs of certiorari with the Supreme Court, seeking a review of their unsuccessful appeals of FDA marketing denial orders (MDOs).
Magellan Technology, Inc. submitted its Supreme Court petition on...
19/02/2024
Understanding and Addressing Vaping-Induced Dizziness
Experiencing temporary dizziness is a common occurrence among individuals who vape or use nicotine products. Whether you're a current smoker or a former smoker, you may recall feeling dizzy when you first started smoking cigarettes. Surprisingly, the same...
16/02/2024
Tax increases for alcohol, vaping, and tobacco products loom on the horizon for South Africa.
South Africans may soon face higher costs for their preferred indulgences as the government considers raising excise duties, commonly referred to as ‘sin taxes’.
In anticipation of the 2024 Budget address by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana next week,...
15/02/2024
Vaping Among The Elderly: Navigating Benefits and Risks in an Aging Population
In recent years, there has been a significant transformation in the landscape of tobacco consumption, thanks to the emergence of e-cigarettes as a popular alternative to traditional smoking. While much of the discussion surrounding vaping tends to focus on...
14/02/2024
Coughing or Sore Throat from Vaping? Here’s What to Do
Countless individuals worldwide have turned to vaping as a means to cease smoking, primarily because of its unique pleasure-inducing qualities unmatched by alternative nicotine replacement methods. Smoking is not solely driven by nicotine dependency but is...
14/02/2024
WVA Criticizes FCTC COP10 for Omitting Consumers and Misdirected Harm Reduction Measures
PANAMA CITY, Panama, Feb. 04, 2024 -- Amidst the 10th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, the World Vapers' Alliance (WVA) raises a poignant objection to the exclusion of consumers from...
12/02/2024
Navigating the Vaping Debate in South Africa: Factual Insights Amidst the Controversy
As discussions surrounding vaping intensify globally and in South Africa, particularly concerning youth involvement, it's imperative to address misconceptions with evidence-based information. With Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Health deliberating the...
12/02/2024
Sweden's Successful Harm Reduction Strategy: A Blueprint for South Africa's Fight Against Smoking
Sweden's remarkable milestone as the world's inaugural smoke-free nation has captivated the global public health community. This achievement is credited to Sweden's consumer-centric tobacco harm reduction (THR) policies, widely embraced by both the...
07/02/2024
Are Nicotine Patches and E-Cigarettes Safe During Pregnancy?
Guidelines consistently suggest that the best course of action for a pregnant woman is to cease smoking. Now, recent research indicates that regular utilization of nicotine replacement products to aid smoking cessation does not correlate with adverse...
07/02/2024
Caution Regarding South Africa's New Smoking Regulations
Residents in Gauteng are divided over the proposed Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill, with concerns raised by businesses about its potential negative impact on the township economy.
The Portfolio Committee on Health...
