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July 28, 2023 at 2:55 PM

An end to commercial tobacco use? Public health experts weigh in

Truth Initiative Leaders convene to discuss steps to end tobacco and nicotine use July 28, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► An end to commercial tobacco use? Public health experts weigh in Truth Initiative’s latest Impact Series “Gamec…

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July 20, 2023 at 7:22 PM

Industry influencer: how tobacco content is infiltrating social media

Truth Initiative Tobacco content, including branded promotional content and misinformation about tobacco and nicotine, is commonplace on social media. July 20, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Industry influencer: how tobacco content i…

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July 13, 2023 at 6:34 PM

Gamechanger: shifting from tobacco control to ending the industry’s influence for good

Truth Initiative Policies to reduce appeal, access, and addictiveness of tobacco products July 13, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Gamechanger: shifting from tobacco control to ending the industry’s influence for good Truth Initiative…

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July 13, 2023 at 6:34 PM

Gamechanger: shifting from tobacco control to ending the industry’s influence for good

Truth Initiative Policies to reduce appeal, access, and addictiveness of tobacco products July 13, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Gamechanger: shifting from tobacco control to ending the industry’s influence for good Truth Initiative…

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July 7, 2023 at 5:57 PM

Study shows many young oral nicotine pouch users also smoke and vape

Truth Initiative More research is needed on how young people are using oral nicotine pouches July 7, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Study shows many young oral nicotine pouch users also smoke and vape Most young people who use oral n…

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June 29, 2023 at 6:36 PM

12 Midwestern and Southern states rank in the top 25% for smoking prevalence

Truth Initiative Tobacco Nation: A Call to Eliminate Geographic Smoking Disparities in the U.S. June 29, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Tobacco Nation: A Call to Eliminate Geographic Smoking Disparities in the U.S. Smoking prevalence…

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June 26, 2023 at 3:31 PM

Tobacco Nation: A Call to Eliminate Geographic Smoking Disparities in the U.S.

Truth Initiative Please join us for a webinar on Wednesday, June 28 at 11am ET Tobacco Nation: A Call to Eliminate Geographic Smoking Disparities in the U.S. A new report being released by Truth Initiative shows how major geographic smoking…

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June 22, 2023 at 6:02 PM

U.S. e-cigarette sales climbed during 2020-2022

Truth Initiative Overall e-cigarette monthly unit sales increased by 46.6% between 2020 and 2022 June 22, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► U.S. e-cigarette sales climbed during 2020-2022 A study released today by the Centers for Diseas…

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June 15, 2023 at 6:10 PM

“Tobacco-free nicotine” labels for e-cigarettes increase purchase intentions among teen users

Truth Initiative claims used to market synthetic nicotine products should be regulated June 15, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► “Tobacco-free nicotine” labels for e-cigarettes increase purchase intentions among teen e-cigarette users …

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June 9, 2023 at 6:19 PM

Your favorite artist feat. Big Tobacco

Truth Initiative Top music videos frequently feature tobacco imagery June 9, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Your favorite artist feat. Big Tobacco: top music videos in the hottest genres frequently feature tobacco imagery Nearly 20% …

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June 1, 2023 at 3:00 PM

Young people share how nicotine use affected their stress

Truth Initiative Nicotine use can intensify feelings of stress, and many young people may be unaware June 1, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Young people share how nicotine use affected their stress Nicotine can play a role in intensi…

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June 1, 2023 at 3:00 PM

Young people share how nicotine use affected their stress

Truth Initiative Nicotine use can intensify feelings of stress, and many young people may be unaware June 1, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Young people share how nicotine use affected their stress Nicotine can play a role in intensi…

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May 25, 2023 at 6:31 PM

What is Zyn and what are oral nicotine pouches?

Truth Initiative Oral nicotine pouches are gaining popularity, yet health effects remain unclear May 25, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► What is Zyn and what are oral nicotine pouches? As youth e-cigarette use remains a public health …

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May 19, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Tobacco use in the Asian American community

Truth Initiative In recognition of AANHPI month, read about tobacco use in the Asian American community May 19, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Tobacco use in the Asian American community Asian Americans have one of the lowest cigaret…

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May 19, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Tobacco use in the Asian American community

Truth Initiative In recognition of AANHPI month, read about tobacco use in the Asian American community May 19, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Tobacco use in the Asian American community Asian Americans have one of the lowest cigaret…

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May 11, 2023 at 3:00 PM

How to support someone on their quit-vaping journey

Truth Initiative If someone you know is quitting vaping, they will need extra support and encouragement from those around them. May 11, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► How to support someone on their quit-vaping journey If someone you…

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May 11, 2023 at 3:00 PM

How to support someone on their quit-vaping journey

Truth Initiative If someone you know is quitting vaping, they will need extra support and encouragement from those around them. May 11, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► How to support someone on their quit-vaping journey If someone you…

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May 5, 2023 at 4:21 PM

More e-cigarettes are entering the market, with high concentrations of nicotine

Truth Initiative Truth Initiative Weekly Newsletter May 4, 2023 May 5, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► More e-cigarettes are entering the market, with increasingly high concentrations of nicotine Two concerning trends are appearing in…

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April 28, 2023 at 5:00 PM

One year later, Truth Initiative calls on FDA to finalize rules on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars

Truth Initiative The FDA can protect young people by removing menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars from the market April 28, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► One year later, Truth Initiative calls on FDA to finalize rules on menthol …

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April 20, 2023 at 6:13 PM

Youth activists gather in D.C. to demand action on flavored tobacco products

Truth Initiative Moment of Action brings young people to the hill to call on FDA to take action April 20, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Youth activists gather in D.C. to demand action on flavored tobacco products One year after the …

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April 13, 2023 at 4:00 PM

Truth Initiative applauds landmark multistate JUUL settlement

Truth Initiative Recent settlement against JUUL is the largest to date April 13, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Truth Initiative applauds landmark multistate JUUL settlement and encourages states to utilize proven-effective programs …

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April 6, 2023 at 5:31 PM

Netflix streams 1.1 billion minutes of tobacco-related imagery

Truth Initiative F1 and its tobacco industry sponsors are now reaching new audiences, made possible by the Netflix docu-series “Drive to Survive.” April 6, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Netflix streams 1.1 billion minutes of tobacco…

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March 30, 2023 at 5:00 PM

How big tobacco targets women in e-cigarette marketing

Truth Initiative As the industry shifts to e-cigarettes, tobacco companies rely on old tactics to market products to women March 30, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Old tactics, new products: how big tobacco targets women in e-cigaret…

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March 30, 2023 at 5:00 PM

How big tobacco targets women in e-cigarette marketing

Truth Initiative As the industry shifts to e-cigarettes, tobacco companies rely on old tactics to market products to women March 30, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Old tactics, new products: how big tobacco targets women in e-cigaret…

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March 23, 2023 at 7:18 PM

FDA issues marketing denial orders for menthol e-cigarette products

Truth Initiative Two menthol e-cigarette products will be removed from the market following FDA decision March 23, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► FDA’s latest marketing denial order for menthol e-cigarette products underscores its co…

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March 16, 2023 at 6:53 PM

Cigarettes are still a popular onscreen prop – and it’s fueling youth nicotine addiction

Truth Initiative Research shows onscreen tobacco imagery directly contributes to youth vaping crisis March 16, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Cigarettes are still a popular onscreen prop – and it’s fueling youth nicotine addiction As…

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March 10, 2023 at 7:52 PM

Tobacco’s starring role: how on-screen tobacco imagery drives youth e-cigarette use

Truth Initiative Truth Initiative releases fifth annual report on tobacco imagery in entertainment March 10, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Tobacco’s starring role: how on-screen tobacco imagery drives youth e-cigarette use and what …

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March 2, 2023 at 7:00 PM

New Documentary Takes Hard Look at Tobacco Industry’s Predatory Tactics

Truth Initiative “Black Lives/Black Lungs: The Journey of a Stolen Leaf” unravels the industry’s strategy of protecting profits, subverting regulations, and maintaining influence March 2, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► New documentar…

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February 23, 2023 at 6:50 PM

CEO and President Robin Koval will retire after a decade of transformational leadership

Truth Initiative Robin Koval will retire in October 2023 after 10 years of leadership Feb. 23, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Truth Initiative Board Chair Mike Moore announces CEO and President Robin Koval will retire after a decade …

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February 16, 2023 at 7:50 PM

On the rise: underage purchase of e-cigarettes from retail stores

Truth Initiative Many underage e-cigarette users obtained their devices from vape shops, gas stations, or convenience stores. Feb. 16, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Underage purchase of e-cigarettes from retailers may be on the rise…

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February 9, 2023 at 8:16 PM

Educators share how a free vaping prevention curriculum has helped their students

Truth Initiative As youth continue to use e-cigarettes at alarming rates, educators share how they discuss vaping with students Feb. 9, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Educators share how a free vaping prevention curriculum has helped…

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February 2, 2023 at 7:32 PM

Vaping content on Instagram violates regulations

Truth Initiative Instagram content often promotes vaping, despite policies meant to protect young users Feb. 2, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Vaping content clearly violates federal regulations and Instagram’s policies Influencer co…

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February 2, 2023 at 7:32 PM

Vaping content on Instagram violates regulations

Truth Initiative Instagram content often promotes vaping, despite policies meant to protect young users Feb. 2, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Vaping content clearly violates federal regulations and Instagram’s policies Influencer co…

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January 27, 2023 at 4:37 PM

Widespread use of flavor blends and “concept” flavors

Truth Initiative E-cigarettes that blend strong fruit, sweet, and cooling tastes are widely popular among young e-cigarette users Jan. 27, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Young e-cigarette users report widespread use of flavor blends …

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January 19, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Restrictions on menthol cigarettes: an important step towards health equity

Truth Initiative Proposed FDA restrictions on menthol sales has the potential to save millions of lives. Jan. 19, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Why ending menthol cigarette sales would benefit disproportionally affected groups The p…

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January 19, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Restrictions on menthol cigarettes: an important step towards health equity

Truth Initiative Proposed FDA restrictions on menthol sales has the potential to save millions of lives. Jan. 19, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Why ending menthol cigarette sales would benefit disproportionally affected groups The p…

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January 12, 2023 at 9:07 PM

5 tips for handling nicotine withdrawal

Truth Initiative People who quit nicotine often experience a range of withdrawal symptoms. Here are 5 tips for coping. Jan. 12, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Five tips for handling nicotine withdrawal One of the biggest challenges o…

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January 6, 2023 at 6:00 PM

Sales of high nicotine e-cigarettes increase 15-fold in 5 years

Truth Initiative E-cigarettes containing 5 percent nicotine or higher have risen in sales, lowered in prices Jan. 6, 2023 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► E-cigarettes with highest levels of nicotine dominate the market, with sales increasi…

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December 15, 2022 at 7:51 PM

New Monitoring the Future survey confirms youth vaping remains at epidemic levels

Truth Initiative MTF survey shows that youth vaping remains a serious public health threat, with frequency of use up in 2022 Dec. 15, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► 2022 Monitoring the Future Survey shows youth e-cigarette use up amo…

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December 8, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Ruling Against FDA’s Graphic Cigarette Warnings

Truth Initiative Court Ruling Against FDA’s Graphic Cigarette Warnings is Wrong on the Law and Must Be Appealed Dec. 8, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Decision to block implementation of FDA’s graphic cigarette warnings is inconsiste…

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December 1, 2022 at 7:30 PM

When parents smoke, here’s how it can affect teen vaping

Truth Initiative New research suggests that adolescents with parents who smoke are at increased risk for trying vaping and smoking. Dec. 1, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► When parents smoke, here’s how it can affect teen vaping New r…

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November 18, 2022 at 8:19 PM

This is Quitting reaches milestone of helping half a million young people quit vaping

Truth Initiative The innovative, first-of-its-kind text message program from truth is helping young people quit vaping. Nov. 18, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► This is Quitting from truth® Reaches Milestone of Helping Half-a-Million …

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November 10, 2022 at 7:00 PM

A conversation with the Director of FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products

Truth Initiative Dr. Brian King joined Truth Initiative to discuss the Center’s vision for the future regulation of tobacco products. Nov. 10, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► ICYMI: A Conversation with FDA’s Center for Tobacco Product…

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November 3, 2022 at 3:26 PM

E-cigarette industry spends millions on discounts and sampling

Truth Initiative E-cigarette manufacturers spent a record $182.3 million in 2019 to discount their products, according to the latest Federal Trade Commission E-cigarette Report. Nov. 3, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► E-cigarette indu…

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October 27, 2022 at 7:00 PM

FDA’s first marketing denial orders on menthol e-cigarettes

Truth Initiative FDA’s first marketing denial orders on menthol e-cigarettes underscore substantial risks menthol and flavored products pose to youth and young adults. Oct. 27, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► FDA’s first marketing den…

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October 20, 2022 at 5:00 PM

How a Hispanic-Serving Institution became tobacco-free

Truth Initiative Truth Initiative spoke with a student and staff member from the Community College of Aurora to discuss how they adopted the school’s tobacco-free policy. Oct. 20, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Q&A: How a Hispani…

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October 14, 2022 at 3:01 PM

FDA enforcement likely resulting in minimal impact on e-cigarette accessibility

Truth Initiative None of the FDA warning letters sent to e-cigarette companies between 2020 and 2021 covered brands with a large market share. Oct. 14, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► FDA enforcement likely resulting in minimal impact…

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October 6, 2022 at 6:35 PM

2022 survey shows youth e-cigarette epidemic remains a serious public health threat

Truth Initiative Over 2.5 million teens use e-cigarettes with nearly half (46%) of high schoolers who vape doing so on a frequent basis. Oct. 6, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► 2022 survey shows youth e-cigarette epidemic remains a se…

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September 29, 2022 at 3:58 PM

What should educators do if they catch students vaping in school?

Truth Initiative Here are suggestions for how best to address student tobacco use in school. Sept. 29, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► What should educators do if they catch students vaping in school? As students return to campuses am…

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September 22, 2022 at 6:03 PM

An in-depth timeline on the failure to regulate e-cigarettes

Truth Initiative Explore an in-depth timeline that uncovers why inaction puts a new generation at risk for nicotine addiction Sept. 22, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► An in-depth timeline on the failure to regulate e-cigarettes E-cig…

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