According to a report by Quadratín on May 21st, in response to World No Tobacco Day on May 31st, Mexico City temporarily closed 38 stores that were found to be violating tobacco control laws by selling e-cigarettes.
The Mexican Ministry of Health (SEDESA) reported through the Mexican Public Health Protection Agency (AGEPSA) that since 2023, a total of 21,410 e-cigarettes, flavorings, and pods have been seized. Additionally, more than 1,200 e-cigarettes or e-cigarette devices were found in a building located in the center of the country's capital.
At the same time, the organization also provided consultations to 3344 businesses, requiring them to comply with the regulations of having "100% smoke-free, emission-free, and e-cigarette-free spaces." Additionally, the organization's promotional activities in the city area have trained 2215 individuals, distributed 113 "100% smoke-free, emission-free, and e-cigarette-free spaces" certificates, and handed out 19,021 printed materials on the dangers of tobacco and e-cigarettes to health, as well as restrictions on their use and consumption.
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