Critics argue, though, that enforcement is lax
Here is what we know from real-world data: The UK has seen its smoking rate drop from 20.2% in 2011 to approximately 11.6% in 2023, a period that coincides with widespread vaping adoption Multiple observational studies show that smokers who switch to vaping see measurable improvements in respiratory symptoms, blood pressure, and biomarker levels within weeks Dual use (smoking and vaping simultaneously) provides fewer benefits the most significant harm reduction comes from complete switching A common path we see among our customers: start with a nicotine vape to replace cigarettes, then step down to nicotine-free once the chemical dependence is broken, then eventually quit vaping entirely or keep it as an occasional ritual
These measures highlight Thailands strict stance on vaping in 2025
With this change, Europe and the Council of State have decided that health isn't really that important, but what is important is the freedom of the market, he told FranceInfo
These burns usually blister, and cause pink, moist injuries that may heal with some scarring