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Exposing the vulnerabilities in the EU’s leaked position for the upcoming WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control COP11.
Tholos Releases Research Papers Analysing Impact of Flavor Bans and Best Practices to Reduce Underage Use
The Tholos Foundation is proud to have published two papers analysing the impact of the deeply misguided attempts to ban flavored reduced risk tobacco alternatives, and setting out options for smarter, more targeted polices to reduce underage usage.
Tholos Releases Research Papers Analysing Impact of Flavor Bans and Best Practices to Reduce Underage Use
The Tholos Foundation is proud to have published two papers analysing the impact of the deeply misguided attempts to ban flavored reduced risk tobacco alternatives, and setting out options for smarter, more targeted polices to reduce underage usage.
Analysis of the Response to the European Commission’s 2023 Public Consultation on the Evaluation of the Legislative Framework for Tobacco Control
Tholos Foundation International Research Fellow Pieter Cleppe has authored a paper responding to the recent European Commission Evaluation of the legislative framework for tobacco control.
Analysis of the Response to the European Commission’s 2023 Public Consultation on the Evaluation of the Legislative Framework for Tobacco Control
Tholos Foundation International Research Fellow Pieter Cleppe has authored a paper responding to the recent European Commission Evaluation of the legislative framework for tobacco control.
Presenting Tholos-commissioned IPSOS Polling Data on effects likely effects of Uzbekistan’s Nicotine Pouch Ban
The Tholos Foundation recently commissioned international polling firm IPSOS to investigate the likely effects of Uzbekistan’s recently passed legislation to ban reduced risk nicotine pouches.
Presenting Tholos-commissioned IPSOS Polling Data on effects likely effects of Uzbekistan’s Nicotine Pouch Ban
The Tholos Foundation recently commissioned international polling firm IPSOS to investigate the likely effects of Uzbekistan’s recently passed legislation to ban reduced risk nicotine pouches.
Presenting IPSOS polling on Uzbekistan’s nicotine pouch ban
A new IPSOS survey commissioned by the Tholos Foundation reveals that two-thirds of Uzbek nicotine pouch users rely on the products for health reasons, and many may return to smoking or seek illegal sources if the ban is implemented.
Presenting IPSOS polling on Uzbekistan’s nicotine pouch ban
A new IPSOS survey commissioned by the Tholos Foundation reveals that two-thirds of Uzbek nicotine pouch users rely on the products for health reasons, and many may return to smoking or seek illegal sources if the ban is implemented.
Exclusive poll exposes effects of Slovenia’s proposed flavored vape ban
A new IPSOS survey commissioned by the Tholos Foundation reveals that over 70% of Slovenian vapers use non-tobacco flavors, and 4 in 5 believe banning them will lead to higher smoking rates and illicit market growth.
Exclusive poll exposes effects of Slovenia’s proposed flavored vape ban
A new IPSOS survey commissioned by the Tholos Foundation reveals that over 70% of Slovenian vapers use non-tobacco flavors, and 4 in 5 believe banning them will lead to higher smoking rates and illicit market growth.
New White Paper Shows Safer Nicotine Alternatives Lead to Significant Reduction in Smoking Rates
The Tholos Foundation, in partnership with Japan-based Pacific Alliance Institute and Sweden-based consulting firm Scantech Strategy Advisors, today released a policy paper, Safer Nicotine Works, on how Sweden and Japan have successfully reduced smoking rates by introducing safer alternative nicotine products.
New White Paper Shows Safer Nicotine Alternatives Lead to Significant Reduction in Smoking Rates
The Tholos Foundation, in partnership with Japan-based Pacific Alliance Institute and Sweden-based consulting firm Scantech Strategy Advisors, today released a policy paper, Safer Nicotine Works, on how Sweden and Japan have successfully reduced smoking rates by introducing safer alternative nicotine products.
California Vape Study Yields Shocking Results
In response to a recently enacted vape flavor ban in California, Tholos commissioned a comprehensive poll by IPSOS.
California Vape Study Yields Shocking Results
In response to a recently enacted vape flavor ban in California, Tholos commissioned a comprehensive poll by IPSOS.
Tholos Foundation Weighs in On Flavor Ban Proposal in the Netherlands
This morning, the Tholos Foundation submitted comments to the Netherlands’ Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport public consultation regarding a proposed regulation that would prohibit non-tobacco flavors in e-cigarettes.
Tholos Foundation Weighs in On Flavor Ban Proposal in the Netherlands
This morning, the Tholos Foundation submitted comments to the Netherlands’ Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport public consultation regarding a proposed regulation that would prohibit non-tobacco flavors in e-cigarettes.
Tholos Authors Letter to Colombian Lawmakers on E-Cigarette Tax Hike Proposal
This morning, the Tholos Foundation sent a letter to key members of Colombia’s Senate and House of Representatives regarding a proposal to implement an e-cigarette tax and increase the current tax rate on tobacco products.
Tholos Authors Letter to Colombian Lawmakers on E-Cigarette Tax Hike Proposal
This morning, the Tholos Foundation sent a letter to key members of Colombia’s Senate and House of Representatives regarding a proposal to implement an e-cigarette tax and increase the current tax rate on tobacco products.
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