Casey Costello’s ‘independent’ advice on heated tobacco draws criticism

Summarised by Centrist

Casey Costello, Associate Health Minister, faced scrutiny over her “independent” advice supporting heated tobacco products. Her evidence includes outdated and unrelated reports, with Treasury and health officials warning of harm.

Treasury’s review stated, “The World Health Organisation asserts that claims of HTPs as a smoking cessation aid should not be made.” Despite the advice, Costello maintains these products offer a harm-reduction path for smokers.

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