HPA expresses concerns about tobacco advertising

The Health Protection Agency (HPA) has expressed concern over the advertising and promotion of tobacco products, tobacco trade and tobacco abuse.

HPA said in a statement on Monday that such practices are prohibited under the Tobacco Control Act.

However, the agency said it has noticed a wide range of tobacco advertisements in various ways, especially through social media.

The agency said the advertisements claim that some products do not contain tobacco and that one product is safer than the other. They also spread untrue stories about the health risks of using certain products.

The HPA has reminded smokers, businesses, law enforcement agencies and all citizens to consider the following issues.

While HPA has cautioned against advertisement and sale of tobacco and vape products , it is seen to be happening. Some people also advertise that vape is safer than cigarettes.

The Health Protection Agency (HPA) has expressed concern over the advertising and promotion of tobacco products, tobacco trade and tobacco abuse.

HPA said in a statement on Monday that such practices are prohibited under the Tobacco Control Act.

However, the agency said it has noticed a wide range of tobacco advertisements in various ways, especially through social media.

The HPA has reminded smokers, businesses, law enforcement agencies and all citizens to consider the following issues.

While HPA has cautioned against advertisement and sale of tobacco and vape products , it is seen to be happening. Some people also advertise that vape is safer than cigarettes.

HPA expresses concerns about tobacco advertising

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