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23 September 2025
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Debunking e-cigarette myths: a public health necessity – disentangling facts from fiction
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The global increase in e-cigarette usage, coupled with its promotion as a harm reduction tool, calls for a deeper examination of the myths vs. the scientific evidence...
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