The FDA released thirteen regulatory science policy memos developed between 2020 and 2023, detailing premarket application review processes for flavored e-cigarettes and environmental assessments. This fourth batch in 2024 brings the total released memos to 26, demonstrating the agency's commitment to transparency following a December 2022 independent expert evaluation.
Tribal communities possess sovereign authority to craft laws addressing their unique needs. The Public Health Law Center's National Tribal Enforcement Guide empowers tribal leaders to develop and implement commercial tobacco policies that protect community health. Discover how your nation can leverage this critical tool for effective enforcement and healthier outcomes.
The FDA has issued a marketing denial order for myblu Menthol e-cigarettes, prohibiting Fontem US from selling the product in the United States. The agency determined the application lacked sufficient scientific evidence proving menthol-flavored e-cigarettes provided net public health benefits over tobacco-flavored alternatives, particularly regarding youth initiation risks.
Social determinants of health significantly impact tobacco control efforts. Join SelfMade Health Network and Emory University for a free webinar exploring strategic partnerships that address SDOH. Learn why prioritizing these factors matters, hear real-world examples, and discover actionable steps to build effective coalitions for tobacco prevention success.
The Navajo Nation marks a historic milestone with the Air is Life Act of 2021, championing tobacco control and cultural reclamation. Join Hershel Clark, MPH, as he shares insights on this groundbreaking legislation and its impact on community health and sovereignty.
Join the National Native Network and Indian Health Service for an accredited webinar on smoke-free tribal housing policies. Learn to identify smoking risks, examine policy options, and locate community awareness resources. March 30, 2022, 3-4 p.m. EDT. Free registration available for healthcare professionals serving Native communities.
The FDA issued a Refuse to File letter to JD Nova Group LLC, requiring the removal of approximately 4.5 million electronic nicotine delivery system products from the market. The company's premarket applications lacked adequate Environmental Assessment documentation required for filing. JD Nova may resubmit complete applications, but products cannot be marketed without FDA approval.
Tribal casinos are reversing smokefree protections under the guise of COVID-19 recovery. We're urging the National Congress of American Indians to champion smokefree indoor air standards before more gaming establishments permit smoking indoors. Join our petition supporting Tribal public health leadership and protecting casino workers and patrons from secondhand smoke exposure.
Discover how one Tribal elder advocates for smokefree living in her Wisconsin community. Virginia Chosa shares powerful insights about health, tradition, and family in multi-unit tribal housing, offering inspiration for smokefree initiatives on reservations nationwide.
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National Network of Public Health Institutes Annual Conference | New Orleans, LA | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
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