FDA allows sale of new electronic tobacco product
An electronic tobacco device may now hit the US market after getting a green light from the US Food and Drug Administration, the agency announced Tuesday.
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FDA expands investigation of illegal e-cigarette marketing to kids
The US Food and Drug Administration pressed forward with its investigation of e-cigarette companies Friday, sending letters to 21 companies in an effort to uncover whether they are marketing products illegally and outside the agency's compliance policy.
Study finds e-cigarette users are exposed to more toxins
E-cigarettes have become so popular, they are now the most commonly used form of tobacco among teens in the United States. More than 2 million middle and high-schoolers are using electronic cigarettes.
Where we stand now: E-cigarettes
E-cigarettes are increasingly being used as a nicotine alternative as smokers seek ways to kick their habit. They work by heating a pure liquid called e-juice -- composed of flavorings, propylene glycol, glycerin and often nicotine -- until it vaporizes. The resulting vapor is much less offensive to both smokers and non-smokers.
Cigarette regulations catching up to electronic cigarettes
Electronic cigarettes were free from the federal regulations regular cigarettes face until now.
La Crosse home fire caused by malfunctioning e-cig charger
A malfunctioning charging unit for an e-cigarette is to blame for a house fire in La Crosse Saturday afternoon that left the family's two dogs dead. The owners of the home were not there at the time.
La Crosse Co. announces e-Cigarette ban
La Crosse County's smoking ordinance now includes e-cigarettes.
