The C.D.C. said serious respiratory problems were reported in the past two months, though it remained unclear whether vaping nicotine or THC, the high-inducing chemical in marijuana, was the cause. Source: NYT > Business – Sheila Kaplan
‘Juul-alikes’ Are Filling Shelves With Sweet, Teen-Friendly Nicotine Flavors
Juul, worried about further damage to its reputation as it tries to remake its public image, has filed lawsuits and a complaint with the International Trade Commission. Source: NYT > Business – Sheila Kaplan
Juul Targeted Schools, Camps and Youth Programs, House Panel Claims
House Democrats opened the second day of hearings into the e-cigarette company’s marketing and philanthropic activities. Juul executives were to testify. Source: NYT > Business – Sheila Kaplan
Tobacco, E-Cigarette Lobbyists Circle as F.D.A. Chief Exits
Juul and Big Tobacco have lobbied for months to protect themselves from aspects of the F.D.A.’s crackdown. As Scott Gottlieb leaves, they see an opening. Source: NYT > Business – SHEILA KAPLAN and MATT RICHTEL