E-Liquid Products Tax comes into effect tomorrow The new tax on vapes was a long time coming and will finally come into effect tomorrow. The tax will see increases in the price of vapes and refills in hopes to decrease their use among young people. From tomorrow, the E-Liquid Products Tax will add a charge […]

5 months ago

They’re urging people to always charge any electronics on non-flammable surfaces. Dublin Fire Brigade has issued a warning after a rechargeable vape caught fire and burned household furniture at a Dublin residence. Firefighters were called to a home on Tuesday after a rechargeable vape caught fire causing the foam furniture it was on to also […]

4 years ago

The effects of vaping on users’ health and their benefit in reducing cigarette smoking have been called into question. Teenagers who vape are much more likely to start smoking, according to a report from the Health Research Board (HRB). The report found that if a teenager had ever used an e-cigarette then they were between […]

5 years ago

The Irish Cancer Society has also called for flavoured vapes to be banned, to protect children from the potential harm of e-cigarettes.  The charity raised concerns that politicians are repeating arguments from the tobacco industry, after being lobbied by vape business groups which include major cigarette companies. It comes as six people are reported to […]

7 years ago

Take note if you’re fond of a vape. A study published this week claims that dozens of popular e-cigarette products are contaminated with bacterial and fungal toxins that cause lung disease. According to NBC News, the impurities found in the e-cigarettes are associated with asthma and chronic obstructive lung disease. The study was conducted by […]

7 years ago