Heated tobacco news network: AP reports that from the 29th, Chicago will ban vaping in all current smoke-free places, while New York City's ban will apply not only indoors but also to beaches and parks. Starting on the 29th, the cities of New York and Chi
According to reports from the Heated Tobacco News Network, starting from the 29th, Chicago will prohibit the use of e-cigarettes in all existing smoke-free venues, while New York City's ban applies not only to indoor venues but also to beaches and parks. From the 29th, the cities of New York and Chicago will prohibit the use of e-cigarettes in restaurants, bars, and other public places.
E-cigarettes resemble traditional cigarettes, and businesses often promote them as "smoking cessation aids." Their metal tubes contain lithium batteries, nicotine solution cartridges, and atomizers. When used, the nicotine-diluted solution is atomized by the atomizer and inhaled into the body. Many products offer various "flavor" options such as strawberry, banana, chocolate, and cream.
As with previous legislative processes, the implementation of the e-cigarette ban has sparked a debate between supporters of smoking control and opponents. Opponents argue that once e-cigarettes are banned, those who want to quit smoking will have no alternative products.
Supporters of the ban emphasize that banning e-cigarettes is to prevent the public from viewing smoking as a social norm, especially since young people may see these products, which resemble traditional cigarettes and come in various flavors, as a "gateway" to smoking real cigarettes.
Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg is known as a "smoking ban pioneer." Thomas Farley, who served as New York City's health commissioner during his tenure, told AP reporters that allowing the public to use e-cigarettes in bars, restaurants, and other venues would undermine the existing smoking ban.
"Imagine being in a bar where 20 people are using products that resemble traditional cigarettes, but someone smells a scent similar to that of traditional cigarette smoke. At that point, which patron should the bar staff ask to stop smoking?"
