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Policies to reduce the access, appeal, and addictiveness of tobacco products
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6 takeaways from a new report on ending commercial tobacco use
A Truth Initiative report highlights strategies to move toward the end of commercial tobacco use with policies that aim to reduce the access, appeal, and addictiveness of tobacco products, with the exception of FDA-approved quitting medications. These policies are not prohibition policies, as they do not call for immediate or near-term removal of all commercial tobacco product sales, nor are they directed against individuals who use tobacco. Instead, they are a set of strategies aimed at manufacturers, distributors, and retailers without targeting or criminalizing consumer use or purchase.
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3 important things to know about quitting nicotine during times of stress
Nicotine use – whether through smoking or vaping – can increase stress levels, and quitting nicotine can improve mental health. Stress can present challenges for people who want to quit nicotine, but these challenges are manageable, especially if you know the facts about nicotine and stress. Here are three important things to keep in mind about quitting nicotine during times of stress.
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This week in tobacco policy news
Golden, Colorado – The city council passed an ordinance to prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products.
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Illinois – Governor Pritzker signed into law a bill to add e-cigarettes to the Smoke Free Illinois Act.
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Maine – State legislators tabled a bill to prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products in the final hours of their budget process, declining to allocate funds to support enforcement of the bill. The bill cannot be considered again until the next legislative session convenes in January.
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