Desensitisation is a well-recognised issue, which several countries have attempted to minimise, through techniques such as rotating sets of warnings (Australia), supplementary packaging inserts (Canada), and using plain packaging (in progress in various countries) 31,32
Another study found that the use of menthol IQOS for 5 days by smokers reduced biomarkers of oxidative stress, platelet activation, white blood cell count, and endothelial function, and better lipid metabolism and lung function 100
This can be a good option if youre anxious about the procedure or had an uncomfortable experience in the past
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Quitting smoking altogether is the best way for a smoker to reduce the rate of decline compared with continued smoking