The cost of a pack of cigarettes has risen pretty steadily over the last few years. Some of the cost can be attributed to inflation, but most of it can be blamed on increasing taxes. The federal tax for example was increased $0.39 to $1.01 per pack in 2009. In FY 2015, the Obama Administration is proposing another hike to $1.95 per pack. Taxes... Read More
Vaping and Celebrities – An Update
One way to know if something is catching on is if you find celebrities doing it out in public. The last few years have seen an explosion of celebrities enjoying smokeless cigarettes. Below is a list of 26 celebrities recently spotted enjoying a puff on their e-cig. Besides the celebrities themselves, a few movies have even featured a smokeless... Read More
FAA Expresses Concerns Over E-cigarettes Stored in Luggage
A recent Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) released by the FAA expresses concern over passengers carrying e-cigarettes in their checked luggage. They caution that the devices could pose a fire hazard when stored in the cargo area. The FAA has released this statement after the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) issued a... Read More
With All the Concern over Diacetyl, EverSmoke Confirms their E-liquids are Diacetyl Free
In recent weeks, the major discussions surrounding electronic cigarettes deals with the addition of a chemical called diacetyl. Diacetyl is a chemical compound used to give foods a buttery flavor and while it is perfectly safe to eat, inhaling it is another story. Given that diacetyl can cause harm if inhaled, media outlets (especially those... Read More