Tobacco Cessation U.S. E-cigarette use stalls as health concerns grow: Reuters/Ipsos poll
E-cigarette use in the U.S. has plateaued as growing health concerns reshape public opinion. A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows 47% now doubt vaping is healthier than smoking, up from 38% a year ago. Meanwhile, 66% believe vaping is addictive, and new FDA regulations threaten smaller companies while benefiting tobacco giants like Altria and Reynolds.
Tobacco FDA Deeming Requirements – New Resources Available
The FDA's deeming rule extends tobacco regulations to e-cigarettes, cigars, and hookah products. New resources including webinars, compliance timelines, and industry guidance are now available to help tribal stakeholders and businesses navigate requirements for age restrictions, vending limits, and health warnings.
Virtual Training Smoking Cessation for Pregnancy and Beyond: A Virtual Clinic
Transform your smoking cessation counseling skills with this comprehensive virtual clinic designed for healthcare professionals. Featuring case-based learning with simulated patients, expert faculty discussions, and real patient interviews, this innovative program explores medical and psycho-social dimensions of helping women quit smoking during pregnancy and beyond.
nnn Local youth host Earth Day cigarette butt pickup event
Local youth from Pittsford High School and Community Place of Greater Rochester donned hazardous material suits to collect cigarette butts at Pittsford Plaza for Earth Day. The Reality Check groups displayed thousands of butts to highlight tobacco waste's devastating environmental impact, including toxic chemical leaching, plastic pollution, and threats to wildlife and aquatic ecosystems.
nnn Judge clears way for San Francisco’s soda pop warnings
A federal judge has cleared the way for San Francisco's landmark soda warning law to take effect July 25. The ordinance requires health warnings on printed advertisements for sugary beverages, stating they contribute to obesity, diabetes, and tooth decay. Judge Edward Chen rejected industry arguments that the requirement violated free speech rights, finding the warning factual and the city's public health interest reasonable.
nnn Oklahoma considering $1.50 per pack increase
Oklahoma lawmakers are pushing a $1.50 cigarette tax increase to plug a $1.3 billion budget hole. The proposal would generate approximately $180 million annually while potentially deterring smoking, especially among youth. However, critics argue it disproportionately burdens low-income Oklahomans already addicted to cigarettes.
nnn Marin strengthens smoking ban on county property
Marin County supervisors unanimously strengthened the county's smoking ban Tuesday, closing loopholes in a 2007 ordinance. The updated law prohibits smoking inside all county facilities and within 20 feet of doors and windows. County employees and visitors must now leave county property to smoke. Public health officials cite tobacco's role as the leading cause of preventable death and its $138 million annual cost to Marin County.
nnn Exercise lowers risk of these 13 cancer types
A landmark study of 1.4 million people reveals that regular exercise significantly reduces cancer risk across thirteen types. Those exercising most had a 42% lower esophageal cancer risk and 27% lower liver cancer risk. Even moderate activity—just 2.5 hours weekly—offered substantial protection against multiple cancers, including breast, lung, and colon cancer.
national-native-network A breath of fresh air: Reducing exposure to secondhand smoke
Secondhand smoke exposure affects millions of Americans, particularly children in multi-unit housing. With over 7,000 toxic chemicals in tobacco smoke, protective measures are critical. Massachusetts initiatives, including smoke-free housing projects registering 3,500+ apartments since 2009, demonstrate progress. Collaborative efforts continue reducing exposure and improving public health outcomes.
Restaurants Restaurants wondering what to do about e-cigarettes
Franklin restaurants face growing confusion over e-cigarette policies as the city lacks clear regulations. While some owners ban vaping entirely, others permit it if customers don't complain. Health officials urge the city to amend its smoking ban to include e-cigarettes, citing air quality concerns and potential mixed messages to young people about nicotine use.