The FDA has allowed Juul e-cigarettes to remain on the market, citing studies showing reduced harm for adult smokers switching from traditional cigarettes. This decision applies to tobacco and menthol flavors, but excludes fruit and candy flavors previously linked to teen vaping. While Juul celebrates this as a milestone, anti-tobacco groups strongly oppose the decision, citing Juul's role in the youth vaping crisis. The FDA emphasizes that non-smokers should not use e-cigarettes. Juul, once a vaping market leader, has faced numerous lawsuits and job cuts due to its association with underage vaping.

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