As youth vaping continues at epidemic levels, many young e-cigarette users report throwing away, improperly recycling, or littering the devices.
Truth Initiative

April 22, 2021

E-cigarettes are creating a new source of environmental pollution

As youth vaping continues at epidemic levels, many of the young e-cigarette users surveyed report throwing away, improperly recycling, or littering the devices, according to Truth Initiative research that emphasizes the need for e-cigarette manufacturers to provide consumers with clear guidance on safe disposal.

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Youth vaping declines during early months of the pandemic as young people report less retail and social access to products

Vaping among young people dropped during the first few months of the COVID-19 pandemic as young people surveyed reported less retail and social access to e-cigarettes, according to new Truth Initiative research that underscores the importance of restricting underage access to curb the youth vaping epidemic.

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The EX Program answers four important questions on employee wellbeing and tobacco use

A new blog post from the EX Program addresses questions from a recent webinar by the Society for Human Resource Management on how digital benefits are protecting employee wellbeing and helping staff beat nicotine addiction amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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This week in tobacco policy news

Long Beach, California – The city council passed an ordinance to prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products except hookah, premium cigars, and loose-leaf tobacco.
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