Anti-smoking campaigners have come out in protest of nicotine-packed "fag-in-a-can" drink called Liquid Smoking, which has been introduced to beat the smoking ban.
The makers of the "liquid cigarettes", which contains 15pct nicotine, claim it to be a "healthy" alternative.
Australian Survey Supports Stronger Anti Smoking Measures
A survey conducted for the AMA and the Australian Council on Smoking and Health (ACOSH) indicates that the vast majority of Australians support measures such as anti-smoking ads
A survey conducted for the AMA and the Australian Council on Smoking and Health (ACOSH) indicates that the vast majority of Australians support measures such as anti-smoking ads
"There's a risk that children and young people could think it's cool. There's a danger it could be a gateway to smoking," the Daily Star quoted Amanda Sandford, research manager of anti-smoking charity ASH, as saying.
"If it contains nicotine there's bound to be the addictive potential. It could perpetuate the use of nicotine and tobacco," she added.
Tougher Smoking Ban for British Columbia Smokers
Smokers might as well kick the butt. There will be no escape into outdoor areas in eateries or distant patios, as the newly to- be- released bill of British Columbia hits the public.
Smokers might as well kick the butt. There will be no escape into outdoor areas in eateries or distant patios, as the newly to- be- released bill of British Columbia hits the public.
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Hong Kong Imposes Heavy Fine on Smokers
Legislators in Hong Kong on Friday approved a proposal to impose a 1,500 Hong Kong dollar ($191) fixed fine for anyone who breaches tough new anti-smoking laws.
Legislators in Hong Kong on Friday approved a proposal to impose a 1,500 Hong Kong dollar ($191) fixed fine for anyone who breaches tough new anti-smoking laws.
