Over the last weeks, there has been an increased press coverage on cases of lung illnesses in the United States presumably linked to vaping and e-cigarettes. These messages can be misleading and steer the general public and policymakers into wrong conclusions. Current research shows the reported diseases are the result [...]

On the 26 July, the World Health Organization (WHO) published its 2019 report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic, themed ‘Offering help to quit tobacco use’.  IEVA welcomes the WHO efforts in eliminating tobacco consumption and supports many of the key findings of the report. We believe there is a need [...]

Today, 20th June, the first European Harm Reduction Summit takes place in Bucharest. The event hosted by The Association of the Vaping Industry (AIV), with the support of IEVA - Independent European Vape Alliance will focus on the great potential of vaping as a tool to quit smoking. Smokers put [...]