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WHO warns nicotine pouch brands targeting youth as sales surge

WHO News · May 14, 2026, 5:26 PM · Also reported by 2 other sources

Why this matters: a medical development that may affect patient care or public health.

The World Health Organization (WHO) warns about the rapid growth and aggressive marketing of nicotine pouches, especially targeting youth, amid limited regulation worldwide. Nicotine pouches pose significant health risks and governments are urged to implement strong regulatory measures to prevent ad

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