Menthol

30,000 CANADIANS SAY 'NO' TO BANNING FLAVOURED VAPOUR PRODUCTS

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Monday, May 6, 2024
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However, Canadians who vape and their allies have made it clear that this is unacceptable.

Key Points: 
  • However, Canadians who vape and their allies have made it clear that this is unacceptable.
  • Many of those who vape will find a way, as the alternative is likely the resumption of inhaling toxic cigarette smoke.
  • "Close to 30,000 Canadians have sent a letter to Ministers Holland and Saks to tell them that flavours matter," said Ms. Papaioannoy.
  • Today, anyone, including minors can buy flavoured vapour products on the black market.

EQS-News: Symrise sees successful start into the 2024 fiscal year

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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Symrise AG saw a successful start into the 2024 fiscal year.

Key Points: 
  • Symrise AG saw a successful start into the 2024 fiscal year.
  • Dr. Jean-Yves Parisot, Chief Executive Officer of Symrise AG: “As the new CEO, I am especially pleased that Symrise has been able to build on last year’s good business development.
  • Despite the sustained volatility in our markets, we are very optimistic for the months ahead and expect robust demand.
  • A Business free cash flow of around 12 % in relation to sales is targeted for 2024.

KT® Introduces KT Ice: A Revolutionary Product Series for Enhanced Performance and Recovery

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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AMERICAN FORK, Utah, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KT®, the leading kinesiology tape brand, is proud to announce the launch of KT Ice, a groundbreaking series of products designed to revolutionize the way consumers prepare, perform, and recover from physical activity. The KT Ice series features a comprehensive range of products tailored to support individuals at every stage of their fitness journey.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, menthol facilitates vasoconstriction, inhibits pain and inflammation channels, and enhances overall recovery, making it an invaluable component of the KT Ice series.
  • "The KT Ice series represents a paradigm shift in how individuals approach preparation, performance, and recovery," said Jessica Klodnicki, KT CEO.
  • "With the launch of the KT Ice series, KT® is proud to make clinically inspired recovery solutions available to the everyday active consumer.
  • The KT Ice series also introduces two new magnesium creams: KT HEALTH ACTIVATE and KT HEALTH RECOVER.

Urgent Alert: Flavored Tobacco Hooks Hispanic Youth into Nicotine's Grip

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a groundbreaking report titled "State and Local Policies to Reduce Flavored Tobacco Use: Reversing the Tobacco Tipping Point Among Hispanic Youth," a comprehensive analysis reveals the alarming increase in nicotine addiction among Hispanic youth due to the consumption of menthol cigarettes and other flavored tobacco and nicotine products, including e-cigarettes. The report was released by the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance).

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a groundbreaking report titled "State and Local Policies to Reduce Flavored Tobacco Use: Reversing the Tobacco Tipping Point Among Hispanic Youth," a comprehensive analysis reveals the alarming increase in nicotine addiction among Hispanic youth due to the consumption of menthol cigarettes and other flavored tobacco and nicotine products, including e-cigarettes.
  • "For decades, the tobacco industry has used menthol and flavored products to deliberately hook and addict Hispanic and other targeted communities in a callous campaign to increase profit.
  • In the absence of White House action on menthol, the Alliance issued a report detailing the risk to Hispanic communities of menthol in tobacco and its role in rates of use among Hispanic youth, a tobacco tipping point.
  • This report serves as a crucial call to action for policymakers, educators, and community leaders to unite in the fight against the flavored tobacco epidemic plaguing Hispanic youth.

EQS-News: Symrise AG again raises sales significantly in 2023

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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The Symrise Group generated sales of € 4,730 million in the 2023 fiscal year, an increase of 2.4 % in the reporting currency.

Key Points: 
  • The Symrise Group generated sales of € 4,730 million in the 2023 fiscal year, an increase of 2.4 % in the reporting currency.
  • Heinz-Jürgen Bertram, Chief Executive Officer of Symrise AG: “2023 was again a successful year of growth for Symrise.
  • Despite the good sales development in the 2023 fiscal year, earnings remained below expectations.
  • The cost of goods sold increased slightly faster than sales, which was mainly attributable to higher raw material and manufacturing costs.

Vape & Go – Online Vaping Store in the UK Launches New Range of Disposable Vapes

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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“Vape and Go is the UK’s leading vaping retailer online,” said a spokesperson for Vape & Go – Online Vaping Store in the UK.

Key Points: 
  • “Vape and Go is the UK’s leading vaping retailer online,” said a spokesperson for Vape & Go – Online Vaping Store in the UK.
  • “We are dedicated to bringing customers the best possible vaping products at the lowest possible prices.
  • As one of the leading vape stores in the UK, we take immense pride in offering top-quality vaping products and exceptional customer service.
  • Additionally, the online vape store has a hassle-free return policy that makes it easy for customers to return or exchange any product that doesn’t meet their expectations.

Health groups call on Federal government to deliver on its commitment to protect kids against nicotine addiction

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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While the government's existing proposal would exempt mint/menthol, health groups have argued that a complete ban on non-tobacco flavours is required to protect young people from nicotine addiction, as mint/menthol is the second-most popular flavour amongst youth and young adults .

Key Points: 
  • While the government's existing proposal would exempt mint/menthol, health groups have argued that a complete ban on non-tobacco flavours is required to protect young people from nicotine addiction, as mint/menthol is the second-most popular flavour amongst youth and young adults .
  • The ad also calls for swift action to protect minors against the sale and promotion of nicotine pouches, namely by making them a prescription-only product.
  • Making nicotine pouches available on a prescription-only basis would give time to both federal and provincial governments to establish a proper regulatory framework.
  • We hope that the government will be consistent in protecting kids from nicotine addiction and will rapidly move to ban all flavours in vaping products.

CDC's Tips From Former Smokers® Launches New Ads to Encourage People to Quit Smoking

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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ATLANTA, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Tips From Former Smokers® (Tips®) campaign returns today with new ads to encourage people to quit smoking. This year, seven new people are featured in the ads sharing their stories about how cigarette smoking and smoking-related diseases have negatively impacted their lives. 

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Tips From Former Smokers ® (Tips®) campaign returns today with new ads to encourage people to quit smoking.
  • The Tips campaign promotes messages and free resources to help adults quit smoking.
  • She wants to encourage other LGBTQ+ people who smoke to love themselves and protect their health by quitting smoking.
  • For free quit smoking resources and more information about the Tips campaign, including links to the ads, visit www.cdc.gov/Tips .

Dr. Akua Ampadu Advises on Ways to Stay Protected and Alert This Cold and Flu Season

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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New York City-based Internal Medicine Physician and Self-Proclaimed Burnout Warrior Akua Ampadu, M.D.

Key Points: 
  • New York City-based Internal Medicine Physician and Self-Proclaimed Burnout Warrior Akua Ampadu, M.D.
  • , is dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of individuals by offering easy-to-follow tips for staying protected this season.
  • Dr. Ampadu states, "Typically, January witnesses a surge in cold and flu cases due to the increased spread of germs with most people staying indoors as much as possible with the temperature drop.
  • It's crucial to prioritize protecting yourself and your family by maintaining a robust immune system and ensuring your medicine cabinet is well-stocked.

American Lung Association's 2024 'State of Tobacco' Report Reveals Alarming Impact of Tobacco, Urges White House to Act on Menthol Cigarettes

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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This year's report highlights the public health perils of menthol tobacco use and the failure of the White House to finalize the rules to end menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • This year's report highlights the public health perils of menthol tobacco use and the failure of the White House to finalize the rules to end menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars in 2023.
  • Right now, President Biden can take action and save lives if he finalizes the rules to end the sale of menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars.
  • Menthol cigarettes make it both easier to start and harder to quit by reducing the harshness of the smoke and cooling the throat.
  • The Lung Association calls on the White House to urgently finalize rules to end the sales of menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars in the U.S. to save lives now.