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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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September 15, 2022 at 7:45 PM

Nicotine pouch ads follow e-cigarette marketing playbook and risk appealing to young people

Truth Initiative New Truth Initiative study is among the first to examine advertising for nicotine pouches in the U.S. Sept. 15, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Nicotine pouch ads follow e-cigarette marketing playbook and risk appeali…

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September 8, 2022 at 7:41 PM

Juul’s multi-million-dollar settlement is an opportunity to accelerate progress through proven-effective youth prevention and quit vaping programs

Truth Initiative Truth Initiative applauds the actions of the state attorneys general of 34 states and territories, which if finalized, will result in Juul being held financially accountable. September 8, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► …

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September 1, 2022 at 5:25 PM

What is “tobacco-free” nicotine?

Truth Initiative These flavored products, which have yet to face significant regulation, are prompting concerns about youth use and causing confusion. Sept. 1, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► What is “tobacco-free” nicotine? Some nico…

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August 25, 2022 at 8:44 PM

How the tobacco industry attempts to recruit prominent Black leaders

Truth Initiative This is another relentless tactic by an industry that has fought menthol restrictions at the local and federal level for years. Aug. 25, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► How the tobacco industry attempts to recruit pro…

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August 25, 2022 at 8:44 PM

How the tobacco industry attempts to recruit prominent Black leaders

Truth Initiative This is another relentless tactic by an industry that has fought menthol restrictions at the local and federal level for years. Aug. 25, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► How the tobacco industry attempts to recruit pro…

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August 18, 2022 at 6:36 PM

Elf Bar, Hyde, and Breeze – what you need to know about the rise in disposable e-cigarettes

Truth Initiative Here are some important things to know about these sweet and fruity-flavored products. Aug. 18, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Elf Bar, Hyde, and Breeze – what you need to know about the rise in disposable e-cigarett…

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August 11, 2022 at 6:11 PM

E-cigarette users look to social media to circumvent flavored e-cigarette restrictions

Truth Initiative E-cigarette users published over 166,000 posts and comments on Reddit around the time the FDA issued guidance on the sale of many flavored e-cigarettes. Aug. 11, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► E-cigarette users look …

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August 4, 2022 at 7:58 PM

Truth Initiative joins 100+ groups to support FDA’s proposed rules on menthol and flavored cigars

Truth Initiative Truth Initiative made a final push in the comment period for the FDA’s proposed rules. Aug. 4, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Truth Initiative joins 100+ groups to support FDA’s proposed rules on menthol and flavored…

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July 28, 2022 at 5:32 PM

Cooling flavors dominate the e-cigarette market

Truth Initiative Sales of e-cigarettes in “cooling” flavors rose by nearly 700% between 2017 and 2021. July 28, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Cooling flavors dominate the e-cigarette market, underscoring the need for strong rules on…

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July 21, 2022 at 3:14 PM

Cigars: Facts, stats and regulations

Truth Initiative Here’s what you need to know about little cigars, large cigars, and cigarillos July 21, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Cigars: Facts, stats and regulations Cigar consumption and prevalence have increased since 2000, …

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July 15, 2022 at 2:56 PM

Truth Initiative calls on the FDA to immediately remove all unauthorized e-cigarettes including synthetic nicotine

Truth Initiative While we are glad to see the FDA begin to take action on synthetic nicotine – now is the time for bold versus incremental steps. July 15, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Truth Initiative calls on the FDA to immediatel…

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July 15, 2022 at 2:56 PM

Truth Initiative calls on the FDA to immediately remove all unauthorized e-cigarettes including synthetic nicotine

Truth Initiative While we are glad to see the FDA begin to take action on synthetic nicotine – now is the time for bold versus incremental steps. July 15, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Truth Initiative calls on the FDA to immediatel…

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July 7, 2022 at 6:41 PM

3 lessons on preventing loopholes in flavored tobacco restrictions

Truth Initiative Here are three actions to prevent loopholes in its final rules. July 7, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► 3 lessons on preventing loopholes in flavored tobacco restrictions The Food and Drug Administration has proposed …

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June 30, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Rising vaping rates among lesbian, gay, and bisexual young people outpace peers

Truth Initiative Between 2020 and 2021, e-cigarette use rates rose at higher rates among lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth compared to heterosexual youth. June 30, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Rising vaping rates among lesbian, gay,…

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June 23, 2022 at 5:59 PM

FDA’s decision to deny JUUL marketing authorization is a major public health victory

Truth Initiative We applaud the Biden Administration and FDA for taking this urgently necessary and long-awaited action. June 23, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► FDA’s decision to deny JUUL marketing authorization is a major public…

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June 16, 2022 at 6:59 PM

Young adults are underestimating the dangers of nicotine

Truth Initiative Nearly 1 in 3 young adults believed nicotine to be no more harmful than a cup of coffee. June 16, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Young adults are underestimating the dangers of nicotine Nearly 1 in 3 young adults bel…

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June 9, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Get the latest facts from our Nicotine fact sheet

Truth Initiative Our latest fact sheet explores what you need to know about nicotine. June 9, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Nicotine fact sheet Nicotine is highly addictive and used in cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and other tobacco pro…

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June 9, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Get the latest facts from our Nicotine fact sheet

Truth Initiative Our latest fact sheet explores what you need to know about nicotine. June 9, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Nicotine fact sheet Nicotine is highly addictive and used in cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and other tobacco pro…

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June 2, 2022 at 3:15 PM

Local restrictions on flavored tobacco and e-cigarettes

Truth Initiative 361 localities and three Native American tribes have placed some type of restriction on flavored tobacco products by the end of March 2022. June 2, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Local restrictions on flavored tobacc…

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June 2, 2022 at 3:15 PM

Local restrictions on flavored tobacco and e-cigarettes

Truth Initiative 361 localities and three Native American tribes have placed some type of restriction on flavored tobacco products by the end of March 2022. June 2, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Local restrictions on flavored tobacc…

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May 27, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Tobacco industry has fueled false claims that eliminating menthol cigarettes will put Black Americans at greater risk from law enforcement

Truth Initiative False claims that eliminating menthol will lead to greater risk from law enforcement for Black Americans are protecting the commercial gain of the tobacco industry. May 27, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Tobacco indu…

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May 27, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Tobacco industry has fueled false claims that eliminating menthol cigarettes will put Black Americans at greater risk from law enforcement

Truth Initiative False claims that eliminating menthol will lead to greater risk from law enforcement for Black Americans are protecting the commercial gain of the tobacco industry. May 27, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Tobacco indu…

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May 19, 2022 at 6:19 PM

How the tobacco industry uses sponsored content in major media outlets to shift public perception

Truth Initiative New Truth Initiative research shows tobacco companies have used major news outlets to makeover their corporate image. May 19, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► How the tobacco industry uses sponsored content in major me…

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May 12, 2022 at 7:16 PM

Vape shops respond to tightening e-cigarette regulations with more online marketing

Truth Initiative The rising popularity of online marketing warrants greater surveillance and regulation. May 12, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Vape shops respond to tightening e-cigarette regulations with more online marketing and e…

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May 5, 2022 at 3:00 PM

3 key takeaways on the FDA proposed rules to eliminate menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars

Truth Initiative Here are three key takeaways from the April 28 announcement. May 5, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► 3 key takeaways on the FDA proposed rules to eliminate menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars The Food and Drug Admin…

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April 28, 2022 at 6:40 PM

FDA proposed rules will protect youth, save countless lives, end needless disease, and fight health inequities in America

Truth Initiative Truth Initiative applauds the Food and Drug Administration for taking historic steps to remove menthol cigarettes and all flavored cigars from the market. April 28, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► FDA proposed rules t…

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April 21, 2022 at 7:50 PM

Black D.C. neighborhoods have greater marketing for flavored tobacco products, including cigars

Truth Initiative A study highlights yet another way that Black residents are disproportionately targeted by the tobacco industry. April 21, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Black D.C. neighborhoods have greater marketing for flavored t…

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April 21, 2022 at 7:50 PM

Black D.C. neighborhoods have greater marketing for flavored tobacco products, including cigars

Truth Initiative A study highlights yet another way that Black residents are disproportionately targeted by the tobacco industry. April 21, 2022 SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER ► Black D.C. neighborhoods have greater marketing for flavored t…

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