Tips for quitting tobacco during times of stress

Quitting tobacco is one of the best ways to protect health and stressful circumstances do not have to stand in the way. In honor of National Stress Awareness Day on November 4th, here are some important things to know about quitting during times of stress.

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Upcoming webinar: Digital approaches to connect Americans to healthcare during COVID-19

The EX^® Program and Blue Shield of California are partnering to discuss innovative digital approaches to costly healthcare trends during the pandemic. Health insurance providers and other attendees will learn how digital therapeutics are working to keep members connected, contain costs and promote the full spectrum of wellbeing. Free registration for the November 13 webinar is available.

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This week in tobacco policy news

Colorado – Voters approved Proposition EE which will gradually increase tobacco taxes by 2027, create a tax on e-cigarettes, establish a minimum price per pack of cigarettes and dedicate the revenues raised to various health and education programs.
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Oklahoma – Voters rejected State Question 814 which would have reduced the amount of money deposited to the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Fund, which funds the state’s tobacco prevention programs, among other efforts.
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Oregon – Voters approved Ballot Measure 108 which will increase the cigarette tax by $2 per pack and create a tax on e-cigarettes, beginning January 1, 2021.
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