6-methyl nicotine in vapes, potentially more addictive than traditional nicotine, is unregulated by the FDA, prompting concerns and calls for regulation due to unknown health risks.
The introduction of synthetic nicotine alternatives like 6-methyl nicotine in vapes is raising concerns due to their potential higher potency and addictive nature compared to traditional nicotine. The FDA and researchers are investigating these compounds, but current data is insufficient. Regulatory gaps allow these products to be marketed without FDA authorization, posing risks to consumers.
Research recently published in Drug Resistance Updates has revealed a previously unknown biological process through which breast tumor cells develop resistance to standard treatment, which could open the door for cancer scientists around the world to further target this vulnerability in hopes of creating more effective therapies for disease.
The nursing student says he wasn t even participating in the protest. The prohibition has already cost him a job and could result in him failing his academic program.