Misinformation

Media Watch unpacks a mouse nicotine study misreported as human risk, exposing how headlines exaggerate findings and distort scientific nuance.

A closer look at how misleading headlines and weak claims shape public perception of nicotine pouches, and why language games matter in harm reduction debates.

Kenya's tobacco control debate reveals a communication crisis. Sensible regulation gets lost in WHO-aligned prohibitionist rhetoric and conspiracy thinking.

Nicotine pouches caught in a political crossfire as Laura Loomer and Tucker Carlson battle over ALP, FDA violations, and excessive dosing claims.

An investigation exposes how a Brussels NGO exaggerated claims of bot interference to dismiss public opposition to EU tobacco and vaping tax proposals.

A Limerick TD rails against vaping in the Dáil while getting the basics wrong. From fake disposables to Big Tobacco myths, the errors pile up fast.

Pakistan’s Biz Times claims VELO nicotine pouches pose a chemical risk. A closer look shows alarmism, weak evidence, and familiar WHO talking points.

Are nicotine pouch poisonings spiralling? Headlines exaggerate the danger—here’s what the data actually shows, and how safety can be improved.

Cork’s Echo misfires on vaping science, repeating old myths and ignoring evidence. We break down the flaws in Dr Conlon’s op-ed and why it matters.

Fredrik Nyström challenges lazy health dogma in a sharp Washington Post op-ed, exploring the real effects of quitting snus and the unexpected risks of “healthy” lifestyles. Nuance beats orthodoxy every time.

This editorial examines NoSmokeToken, a Web3 project rewarding anti-nicotine posts. It explores how the crypto scheme exploits public health messaging.

This editorial examines how demand for vaping horror stories fuels unverified claims and explores the attention economy shaping harm reduction debates.

Debunk ZYN misinformation with clarity. Discover the truth about nicotine, chemicals, microplastics, and synthetic nicotine in popular myths unravelled by experts.

Discover SARAH, the WHO's AI health bot. Criticised for outdated advice, SARAH offers insights on health but raises questions about reliability and bias.

Uncover the truth about sensationalised vaping deaths. Examining cases where media misreported causes, revealing the real dangers and misinformation surrounding vaping.

Debunking myths: Youth vaping isn't an epidemic. Dive into a factual analysis of the Island Packet's claims and uncover the truth behind youth vaping trends.

Explore the truth behind The Telegraph's claim that nicotine pouches "could be more dangerous than vaping". Discover why this headline might be misleading.

Taz.de's article on nicotine pouches shows its illiberal stance, mirroring establishment views. Explore how biases and misinformation shape their reporting.

Uncover the truth behind BBC's alarming headlines on illicit nicotine pouches. Are they truly a cause for concern, or just media hype? Explore the analysis.

Nicotine pouches face scrutiny in Ireland as media and policymakers debate their impact. With smoking rates still high, is stigmatising harm reduction the answer?

Bloomberg's take on nicotine pouches and ZYN's potential downfall, marketing tactics, and the shift in public perception of smoking risks

Explore why balanced media coverage is vital in understanding nicotine pouches' role in harm reduction and breaking myths in our Media Watch.

NIH-funded study finds low nicotine pouch use among US adults. Disparities with other data suggest potential teen consumption.

The truth behind tobacco control's teen nicotine obsession. See how flawed policies and misinformation impact public health.

WHO & GGTC's out-of-touch Social Reels Challenge offers cash for anti-tobacco videos, targeting "youth" up to 35.

Quit Like Sweden advocates for smoke-free living through harm reduction, but faces criticism from TabakNee.

Mayo Clinic says no lesser of two evils with tobacco use. Smoking and smokeless tobacco both harm, but the differences matter.

Irish politics in turmoil: Social Democrats focus on nicotine pouches amidst housing crisis, homelessness, and rising living costs.

Is nicotine really ageing Gen Z? The Daily Mail thinks so, but the evidence is weak. This narrative might be more scaremongering than science.

Explore the Truth Initiative's misleading interpretation of a study on nicotine pouches. See the real findings of these harm-reduction tools.

Delve into anti-tobacco activism, uncovering potential biases and the perpetuation of myths in the battle against tobacco and e-cigarette use

FCTC COP10 approaches in November, documentation has been released. See the Most Laughable Parts of the WHO's FCTC Report on Nicotine Pouches