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France is deciding how to regulate electronic cigarettes. I first consider the French approach and how it contrasts with other attempts at electronic cigarette regulation globally. Next, I critique the individual elements of the French proposal. The overall approach taken by France is a positive development, but banning indoor use appears unnecessary and banning advertising may be counterproductive.

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  1. Department of Health Policy and Management, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, 1518 Clifton Rd NE, Atlanta, 30322, GA, USA

    Zachary Cahn

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The co-author of an earlier JPHP article on harm reduction and electronic cigarettes assesses France's new rules.

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Cahn, Z. France acts on electronic cigarettes. J Public Health Pol 34, 560–564 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1057/jphp.2013.32

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