E-Cig Articles

Welcome to our electronic cigarettes articles section.

Here we will publish a series of articles, reports, research papers and other news we find (or write ourselves!) about electronic cigarettes and the e-cig industry. Be sure to bookmark this page and visit regularly!

• Window fitter prosecuted for smoking in work vehicle

Published: Published: Weds,31st July 2012

A window fitter who was caught smoking in his work vehicle has been fined by a Magistrates Court in Milton Keynes…

• Stress of misbehaving kids makes parents light up

Published: Published: Weds,11th July 2012

A survey of parents who smoke has found that the stress caused by their misbehaving children is the main reason cited for lighting up in front of them …

• No conclusive evidence regarding gender and ability to quit smoking

Published: Published: Monday, 9th July 2012

A recent study undertaken at University College London has found that claims that women find it more difficult than men to quit smoking are in fact a myth. The research study into the abilities between the genders to …

• 29 per cent increase in the number of Scots trying to quit smoking

Published: Published: Monday, 25th June 2012

A scheme which offers smokers cash as an incentive to quit smoking is being hailed a resounding success. The trial, which has been running as a pilot scheme in Dundee in …

• Trial ‘cash for quitting’ smoking scheme proves successful

Published: Thursday, 31st May 2012

It has been revealed that a record number of people in Scotland attempted to quit smoking in the past year. Figures from the Scottish Government indicate that some 108,268 people tried …

• Link between smoking in pregnancy and autism

Published: Monday, 28th May 2012

An American study has found that there could be a link between mothers smoking in pregnancy and ‘high functioning’ autism in babies. A study by Dr Amy Kalkbrenner found that mothers …

• Study finds health warning on cigarette packets help former smokers to resist return to smoking

Published: Thursday, 24th May 2012

A study has found that the health warnings displayed on packets of cigarettes help smokers who have quit to stay away from cigarettes. The study, conducted by researchers in …

• NZ government consider hiking price of packet of cigarettes to $100

Published: Monday, 21st May 2012

If you thought the price of a packet of cigarettes was expensive in the UK, the price being considered by the New Zealand government will make you think again. The government …

• Cigarette price rise could lead to increase in black market

Published: Thursday, 17th May 2012

A report released last month has revealed the true extent of the black market trade on alcohol and cigarettes in the UK. The report by the Taxpayers’ Alliance analysed figures from …

• Smoking to be banned in residential properties in New York?

Published: Wednesday, 9th May 2012

The mayor of New York has proposed a new smoking regulation on residential buildings that could outlaw people from smoking in their own apartment. If passed, the bill would …

• Plain packaging battle hits High Court in Australia

Published: Thursday, 3rd May 2012

The plain packaging law that is due to be introduced in Australia later this year is facing a fresh challenge as legal action by four of the largest tobacco companies …

• New York smoking ban to extend even further

Published: Monday, 30th April 2012

The smoking ban in New York is to extend even further, it has been announced. A further 178 outdoor areas will become smoke-free, including parks, beaches …

• Tobacco display ban comes into force

Published: Thursday, 26th April 2012

After much discussion and controversy, a ban on the display of cigarettes and tobacco products came into force in large supermarkets in England and Wales on …

• Pro-smoking groups ready to battle against new tobacco restrictions

Published: Monday, 23rd April 2012

Pro-smoking groups and tobacco companies will no doubt be preparing for the next battle in the ongoing war against tobacco legislation, as rumours abound that the …

• Lung cancer rate in women continues to rise

Published: Thursday, 19th April 2012

The rate of lung cancer amongst women in the UK is continuing to rise despite the dramatic reduction in the rate of smoking over the past 30 years…

 

• Cigarette packets featuring John Terry photo to be removed from sale

Published: Tuesday, 17th April 2012

Packets of cigarettes that displayed a photograph resembling England Footballer John Terry are …

 

• Supreme Court reject appeal of tobacco firm in landmark US case

Published: Thursday, 12th April 2012

The Supreme Court in Florida has ruled that a tobacco company, which has been ordered to …

 

• Smoking ban is leading to health improvements, claim charity

Published: Tuesday, 4nd April 2012

The smoking ban in Scotland has led to improvements in health according to prominent anti-smoking …

 

• New television ad highlights dangers of second hand smoke

Published: Monday, 2nd April 2012

The government have released a new television campaign which is aimed at highlighting the dangers of …

 

• Up to 1 in 7 packets of cigarettes illegal

Published: Monday, 26th March 2012

It is claimed that in some parts of the UK, up to one in seven packets of cigarettes could be illegal; either in the form of …

 

• Study finds link between male smoking and dementia

Published: Thursday, 22nd March 2012

A recent study has found a link between smoking in men and a quicker decline …

 

• Social networks more addictive than cigarettes?

Published: Monday, 19th March 2012

You know the feeling. You’ve got a couple of minutes to spare and …

 

• Public smoking bans leading to reduction in smoking in the home?

Published: Monday, 12th March 2012

A research paper has claimed that…

 

• Is there ever such a thing as a positive addiction?

Published: Monday, 5th March 2012

Smoking is an addictive activity…

 

• Heart Attack Deaths Decrease

Published: Monday, 13th February 2012

The number of fatal heart attacks has significantly decreased over the last few years, research shows.

 

• Stop Smoking Tips

Published: Tuesday, 7th February 2012

A few tips to help you give up smoking…

 

• NHS launch new Quit Kit Campaign

Published: Monday, 30th January 2012

As more people look to quit smoking this year, the NHS relaunches their Quit Kit campaign, with TV adverts.

 

• E-Cigarettes: Healthier Smoking Alternative

Published: Thursday, 26th January 2012

The Christmas party period and New Year’s Resolutions mean people are searching for the healthier and cheaper smoking alternative.

 

• Smoking harms the body in just seconds

Published: Monday, 16th January 2012

A study has found that cigarettes, cakes and other treats have an effect on your body within a mere matter of minutes.

 

• Cancer Research UK release comprehensive smoking report

Published: Monday, 9th January 2012

A new report released earlier this month from Cancer Research UK has identified smoking as the most significant cause of 100,000 preventable cancers diagnosed in the UK each year.

 

• Scottish Smoking Levels remain Alarmingly High

Published: Tuesday, 3rd January 2012

Recent research published in The Daily Record has shown smoking rates in the poorest Scottish communities remains at a higher rate than elsewhere in the UK.

 

• The Dangers of Continuing to Smoke Over 35

Published: Monday, 19th December 2011

Leading tobacco studies professor warns over 35′s of dangers of continuing to smoke.

 

• Australian Smoking Law on Cigarette Packets

Published: Tuesday, 13th December 2011

Australia become first country to pass law on plain cigarette packaging.

 

• Stop Smoking Aid

Published: Tuesday, 6th December 2011

Since their release, e-cigarettes have proved to be both a stop smoking aid and a replacement cigarette.

 

• Reduce Nicotine Cravings

Published: Monday, 28th November 2011

Recent research has proved that e cigarette usage can help to reduce the cravings and level of dependency on nicotine.

 

• Cigarette Sales Increase

Published: Tuesday, 22nd November 2011

The cigarette vending machine ban in UK public places has seen cornershop cigarette sales increase.

 

• Smoking Baby Boy

Published: Wednesday, 21st September 2011

Horrifying footage of a 2 year old boy smoking cigarettes, with his parents actively encouraging his addiction.

 

• Smokeless Nicotine Cigarettes Recommended by UK Government

Published: Thursday, 15th September 2011

Electronic cigarette manufacturers today received a boost in their campaign for smokeless nicotine cigarettes to be accepted as genuine ‘quit smoking’ products, after a government task force recommended their use for people trying to stop smoking. The Nudge Unit believes the e-cigarettes provided a more realistic approach to quitting than other NHS approved methods.

 

• Making Electronic Cigarettes Safe

Published: Thursday, 15th September 2011

E-cigarettes are generally seen as the most accurate smoking alternative product, but press reports and scientific studies have suggested that they possess a greater health risk than traditional cigarettes. The major electronic cigarette brands are challenging these preconceptions by increasing the quality control procedures for e-cigarettes.

 

• Beat the Ban with Electronic Cigarettes

Published: Saturday, 20th August 2011

4 years on since the UK smoking ban took affect, Electronic Cigarettes are starting to make their mark, with year-on-year sales increasing by 30%. Government warnings, NHS costs and increased taxes are convincing people to choose e-cigs as their smoking alternative.

 

• Passive Smoking: The Hidden Damage

Published: Friday, 22nd July 2011

A study by Health Canada, reported in The Independent, found that male mice exposed to cigarette smoke in a way that simulates passive smoking saw a major increase in mutations within the DNA of their sperm cells.

 

• A Smoky History

Published: Friday, 15th July 2011

Some history to ponder about the next time you switch on your electronic cigarette, from Sir Walter Raleigh to Native Americans, ElectronicCigarettes.co.uk focus highlight how tobacco smoking became so popular in the UK.

 

• Hollywood Getting Shy About Cigarettes

Published: Friday, 8th July 2011

According to a recent analysis by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the depiction of smoking has dropped precipitously in Hollywood films over the last five years.

 

• Nick O’Teen!

Published: Friday, 1st July 2011

Nicotine… every fan of electronic cigarettes is intimately familiar with the substance that lies at the heart of the smoking experience, and yet it retains an air of mystery too. Just what is nicotine?