Oral nicotine pouches and lozenges are a new category of tobacco product that are gaining popularity and raising public health concerns
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Feb. 11, 2020
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What is Zyn and what are oral nicotine pouches? ([link removed])
Oral nicotine pouches and lozenges are a new category of tobacco product that includes brands such as Zyn, On! and Velo that are gaining popularity and raising public health concerns. As more information emerges, here are some important things to know about these products.
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Is live chat coaching an effective quit smoking method? ([link removed])
Coaching delivered face-to-face or by telephone has long been known as an effective method to help people stop smoking. However, according to Dr. Michael Burke at the Mayo Clinic, tobacco users are less likely to use these channels as time goes on. To find out if live chat coaching is just as effective, the EX Program conducted a study focusing on whether coaches created a supportive, understanding relationship and delivered evidence-based quit strategies.
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Register now: State of Black Health Biennial Conference hosted by The Center for Black Health & Equity ([link removed])
Building on health equity solutions for African American communities, this year’s State of Black Health virtual conference on March 2-3 will tackle COVID-19, gun violence, mental health and myriad other critical public health issues. This national, 2-day virtual event convenes public health professionals and community advocates concerned with achieving health equity for African Americans. Reserve your spot.
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Azusa, California – The city council passed an ordinance to cap the number of tobacco and vape shops to no more than one for every 8,000 residents, with a maximum of seven.
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Chicago, Illinois – The city filed a lawsuit against Equte, LLC and Vapes.com for marketing and selling flavored vaping products, including to underage person.
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Montana – The House passed a bill prohibiting local governments and the state Department of Public Health and Human Services from regulating e-cigarettes. It would also define e-cigarettes as separate from tobacco products. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.
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