AHA Issues Guidance on Cardiovascular Risks of Smokeless Oral Nicotine Products
On January 7, 2025, the American Heart Association (AHA) released a comprehensive policy statement examining the cardiovascular health implications of smokeless oral nicotine products. Published in Circulation, the statement evaluates emerging products such as tobacco-free nicotine pouches, lozenges, gums, tablets, and gummies, many of which contain synthetic nicotine. This is the AHA’s first detailed update…