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Cool Interview with Original Inventor of E-cigarettes – Herbert Gilbert

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Many believe the original inventor of the e-cigarette was Herbert Gilbert back in the 1960’s. I was able to find a really cool back and forth interview with Herbert, discussing e-cigarettes, his design and ideas, as well as his thoughts on the future of e-cigarettes. Many thanks to James Dunworth for this interview. JD: Herbert, … Read more

E-cigarettes could save hundreds of millions of lives, scientists tell WHO

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Health authorities continue to view e-cigarettes as a threat, but experts cite potential for harm reduction More than 50 public health experts and nicotine experts, including five Canadians, are urging the World Health Organization not to classify e-cigarettes as tobacco products, because they say doing so could jeopardize a “significant health innovation” that could save hundreds … Read more

American Medical Association updates view on E-cigarettes

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AMA’s Updated Stance on E-cigarettes The American Medical Association (AMA) has expressed its support for an FDA proposal aimed at bridging the gap in federal regulations concerning the purchase, labeling, packaging, and advertising of electronic cigarettes. This was announced by the incoming AMA President, Dr. Robert M. Wah. He emphasized that this new policy will … Read more

Top Scientists Warn WHO Not to Stub Out E-cigarettes

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Top Scientists warn World Health Organization not to classify electronic cigarettes as tobacco products. LONDON (Reuters) – A group of 53 leading scientists has warned the World Health Organization not to classify e-cigarettes as tobacco products, arguing that doing so would jeopardize a major opportunity to slash disease and deaths caused by smoking. The UN … Read more

Electronic Cigarettes Help You Quit Smoking – New Study Reveals

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Electronic Cigarettes will help you quit smoking says a new study.   A new study of almost 6,000 smokers over five years has shown that the use of electronic cigarettes will help you quit smoking.  Smokers are 60 percent more likely to successfully quit smoking if they use electronic cigarettes vs. other nicotine products such … Read more

US to ban e-cigarette sales to minors — is Canada Next?

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After many years of neglect, the U.S. food and drug administration has finally proposed a rule that would ban the sale of e-cigarettes to anyone under the age of 18. In our humble opinion, this is something that should have been addressed years ago. This long-awaited proposal would be the first federal regulation of electronic … Read more

Electronic Cigarette Advertisements – Will They Be Banned?

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A recent US rule implemented by the FDA is attempting to regulate the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors.  While this is certainly a good thing, and a positive step in the US electronic cigarette market, it is leaving many people wondering if this is just the first step in an electronic cigarette laundry list … Read more

Electronic cigarettes with nicotine “very similar to drinking coffee” UK Professor reports

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Electronic Cigarettes effects are very similar to drinking coffee A UK professor has made a striking comparison between the effects of electronic cigarettes with nicotine and drinking coffee. This statement was made following a recent test conducted at Queen Mary University in London, England. The Test and Its Findings The test, supervised by Professor Peter … Read more

Vaping on Air Canada – Air Canada staff allows electronic cigarette use on flight

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Man Vapes his electronic Cigarette on Air Canada Flight On March 28th, a man boarding an Air Canada flight headed to Toronto from Calgary airport vaping his electronic cigarette.  This man continued to vape throughout the flight, and many were surprised that the Air Canada flight attendants either did not see him, or did nothing … Read more

Electronic cigarette variable voltage and resistance – A beginners guide

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Understanding Variable Voltage and Accessory Resistance (Ohm ratings) – A beginners guide As if choosing an electronic cigarette were not confusing enough, new customers now have to deal with options like ‘low resistance’ and ‘variable voltage’ devices.  In addition to choosing atomizers, clearomizers, bottom or top feeding accessories, single use vs. rebuildable, and choosing e-liquid … Read more