Jump to full article: Jordan Times (jo), 2009-01-28
Author: Khetam Malkawi
Intro: The Ministry of Health on Tuesday has banned the import of the “electronic cigarette”, which manufacturers claim is an effective means to help quit smoking.
The ministry cited a “higher percentage of nicotine”, used in the device, following suit of the World Health Organisation (WHO), which has previously warned against its use.
In a statement received by The Jordan Times, Health Minister Salah Mawajdeh said the ministry has turned down an application by a local company to import the item.
However, according to the WHO website, there is “no scientific evidence whatsoever that would confirm that the electronic cigarette is a safe and effective smoking cessation device”.
The WHO was “greatly concerned” that some manufacturers had used the WHO name or logo on their packages or websites, falsely implying endorsement.
In a related development, the ministry has sent a circular to the Kingdom’s public institutions, notifying them of the Public Health Law that prohibits smoking in public areas
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