Public Health

Radio NZ argues against legalising nicotine pouches. This analysis breaks down all eight claims and shows why regulated pouches could support New Zealand’s smoke-free goals.

CBC’s investigation into nicotine pouches repeats the same tropes seen for years. This breakdown exposes the gaps, the contradictions, and what’s left unsaid.

ASH Scotland’s new midwife guide claims medicinal NRT is “far safer” than nicotine pouches. This analysis breaks down the evidence and exposes the contradictions.

The UK promised to defend harm reduction at COP11, then retreated. This analysis exposes silence, contradictions, and a failing tobacco-control agenda.

A breakdown of the Observer Sensemaker’s take on nicotine pouches, exposing misconceptions, selective narratives, and the wider context ignored by public health voices.

WHO applauds countries with rising smoking rates while criticising those cutting them. COP11’s awards reveal a hollow, politically driven approach to tobacco control.

UK to defend vaping at WHO’s COP11 in Geneva. Health Minister confirms harm reduction stance as campaigners urge clear public support for vapes.

Kenyans back safer nicotine alternatives. CASA survey shows 83% support harm reduction, exposing how far tobacco control has strayed from public opinion.

Sweden shows what happens when safer nicotine alternatives are available. A new report highlights health gains, global lessons – and looming risks.

Vaping advocate Mark Oates warns of WHO’s anti-harm reduction push at COP11. Why UK vapers must act now to protect access and save lives.

NHS IVF funding in Cheshire and Merseyside could exclude vapers. But does the science justify it, or are patients being unfairly penalised?

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.

The BBC’s latest piece on nicotine pouches raises eyebrows for its sensationalism and selective framing. We examine the facts behind the headlines, the real risks, and what’s missing from the coverage.

Christian podcasters are debating whether nicotine pouches are sinful. Our Media Watch unpacks the absurd culture war over ZYN and biblical morality.

The WHO wants Brits to pay more for beer, fags and soft drinks. But is this about health—or just a global tax grab to fund its own failures?

Discover 6 key insights from the 2025 Haypp UK Nicotine Pouch Report, including rapid market growth, user demographics, quit attempts, and regional trends. Based on data from over 35,000 customers, this report highlights the growing role of pouches in UK tobacco harm reduction.

In this wide-ranging interview, Federico N. Fernández, CEO of We Are Innovation, discusses the award-winning documentary “How Sweden Quit Smoking”. Discover how the film came together, what makes Sweden a global outlier in tobacco control, and why the world should be paying attention to nicotine pouches and harm reduction.

Delta Airlines faces backlash after a passenger is forced to spit out a ZYN pouch mid-flight. Discover the controversial policies behind this surprising incident.

New study by Tobacco Induced Diseases explores the awareness and use of nicotine pouches in Poland, shedding light on perceptions of harm.

Explore how Argentina's President Javier Milei's classical liberalism could revolutionize tobacco control.

Learn how to properly recycle nicotine pouch packaging and the pouches themselves for a more sustainable future.

Examine how nicotine pouches work, review global regulations, explore eco-friendly disposal, and understand harm reduction in this comprehensive guide.