WNO

WNO refers to World Nicotine Organization, an international non-profit organization that aims to reduce the harm caused by smoking and to promote facts based information on products used to reduce harm. The organization was established in 2009 by a coalition of experts in the field of tobacco harm reduction and nicotine science.

WNO members include healthcare professionals, researchers, scientists, and policy experts. The organization's mission is to provide balanced information about the effects of nicotine and to reduce the stigma associated with the use of nicotine products. WNO's information resources are intended to support ongoing efforts to reduce the harm caused by smoking and to promote the use of evidence-based approaches to tobacco control.

The organization's website features a wealth of information on various topics related to nicotine, including its chemistry, pharmacology, and effects on health. WNO also provides factsheets and other resources for healthcare professionals, policy makers, and the general public. These resources focus on providing accurate and unbiased information on the use of nicotine products for smoking cessation and for harm reduction.

Some critics argue that WNO's views on nicotine and vaping are influenced by its ties to the tobacco and e-cigarette industries. However, the organization's website and other materials emphasize the importance of evidence-based information and the need to reduce the harm caused by smoking. WNO's goal is not to promote the use of nicotine products, but rather to promote the use of science and evidence to inform public health policy. By providing unbiased and accurate information, WNO aims to contribute to the development of effective and widely accepted strategies for reducing the harm caused by smoking.