Researchers: Nicotine may prevent severe COVID-19 infection
French researchers will test nicotine as a preventive treatment for COVID-19. "Nicotine users are underrepresented among the severely ill."
News and debate on nicotine, e-cigs and snus
New nicotine tax on e-juice could triple its price
The government wants to raise the tax on nicotine shots to SEK 4000 per millilitre. "Purely criminal" says Christian Brandt from Light Your Fire (LYF).
British scientists appeal: reopen the roadside shops!
Closing roadside shops leads to more smokers and puts a strain on hospitals. British scientists and doctors are now appealing to the government to open the shops during the quarantine.
Covid-19 not worse because of e-cigarettes
Unclear research leads to unnecessary concern for road users in times of coronavirus. Professor Linda Bauld and researcher Louise Adermark review what we know - and don't know.
French e-cig shops reopen - "in the public interest"
French vape shops can reopen after decision by health authority "The state has taken a stand in favour of vaping as an anti-smoking tool"
Roadside shops open in Italy during the coronavirus crisis
Although almost all shops in Italy are closed, roadside shops are allowed to stay open - for health reasons. All thanks to doctor Riccardo Polosa.
Smokers are at greater risk of corona infection
Quitting smoking is likely to increase the chances of surviving a coronavirus infection.
How vape shops reduce the risk of coronavirus
Hand sanitiser, limited customer contact and less tasting. This is what Swedish roadside shoppers are doing as the coronavirus spreads through society.
E-cig shops forced to close - tobacco shops remain
Roadside shops are forced to close during the coronavirus crisis in France. But tobacco retailers are still allowed to sell cigarettes, despite protests.
Can vapour from e-cigarettes kill viruses?
Can propylene glycol kill the flu? Yes, there is research that suggests so. "But there is no evidence that it kills the coronavirus" says Konstantinos Farsalinos.
Do e-cigarettes increase the risks of Covid-19?
Are vejpers more affected by COVID-19? Smoking and e-cigarettes are often equated in public discourse. But what does the research say?
Smokers avoid e-cigs - for fear of risks
E-cigarettes are less harmful than cigarettes and one of the most effective methods to quit smoking. However, a new report shows that smokers believe that e-cigarettes are more harmful than cigarettes.
