frankly I don't know, but the US seems to be taking a very different approach than other western countries. most countries in Europe seem to be taking a much mo

frankly I don't know, but the US seems to be taking a very different approach than other western countries. most countries in Europe seem to be taking a much more measured approach, with some of the state health agencies unequivocally recommending vapes for smoking cessation. generally, the US seems to be much more permissive towards citizens making bad health decisions (including much tamer warnings on cigarette packs) so I think it's worth asking why vaping is an exception. it makes me at least a little suspicious, although I'm not sure who to point the finger at now that big tobacco companies are acquiring stakes in vape companies. as a final aside, consider how absurd it is that vapes are banned in SF but you can still buy actual cigarettes at any convenience store.