HEADLINES

Act 852

Comedian Shuib Sepahtu slapped with RM10,000 fine for promoting smoking, vape products

This comes after he pled guilty to endorsing a tobacco and vape brand, violating public health regulations under the Control of Smoking Products Act

8,500 warnings given in five days since new smoking products law in force: Dzulkefly

Health Ministry is on awareness drive to educate businesses about Act 852 but no mercy for those caught smoking in prohibited areas

Vape sellers adjust to new regulations as Act 852 takes effect

The act, which includes a ban on vape products resembling toys, aims to protect minors from early exposure

Smoking prevalence can drop to below 15% with new law: Dzulkefly

Health Minister cautions despite decreasing rate, shift to vapes and e-cigarettes growing

Consistent enforcement key to curbing vaping epidemic under Act 852: MMA

The medical association urges strong action, public awareness campaigns to combat usage among youth

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