Deadly in Pink: New Report Warns Big Tobacco Has Stepped Up Targeting of Women and Girls
February 18, 2009 | News Release
Congress urged to grant FDA authority over tobacco products.
Although tobacco use has decreased, it is the leading cause of death in the United States. Implementing a combination of policy changes including clean indoor air laws, higher per-pack taxes, and cessation efforts are proven to reduce tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke.
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Elementary Schools Removing Sugary Drinks, Limiting Beverage Sales to Healthy Choices
July 2, 2012 | News Release
The study examined the availability of competitive beverages in U.S. public elementary schools for five academic years, from 2006–07 to 2010–11. Competitive beverages are those sold by schools outside of meal programs through vending machines, à la ...
Experts Propose Strategies to Reduce, End Tobacco Use
April 22, 2013 | News Release
In series of articles in the journal Tobacco Control, scholars, scientists and policy experts explore strategies for dramatically reducing tobacco use in the United States.
Florida, Hawaii and Mississippi Celebrate Tobacco Tax Victories
May 15, 2009 | News Release/Video
Six states have increased taxes in 2009; North Carolina, Wisconsin Approve Statewide Smoke-Free Laws.
Health and Business Groups Launch Ad Campaign About Need for Comprehensive Smoke-Free Law in Pennsylvania
September 11, 2007 | News Release
The Pennsylvania House on July 16 voted 141 to 62 to approve comprehensive smoke-free legislation that covers restaurants, bars and casinos, and repeals pre-emptive language that prohibits most local governments from enacting smoke-free laws
Marlboro Lights Smokers Misinformed
December 8, 2004 | News Release
New national survey shows ignorance about lowered tar & nicotine claim.
New Grants Support the Spread of Tobacco Policy Changes to Protect Americans' Health
December 14, 2004 | News Release
The grants will support tobacco prevention and cessation policy initiatives, especially for people living in communities most affected by tobacco-related disease and exposure.
New Report
November 30, 2011 | News Release
Less than two cents of every tobacco dollar spent to fight tobacco use.
New Statewide Indiana Poll Finds Strong and Growing Voter Support for Smokefree Workplaces
February 9, 2009 | News Release
Strong majority of voters want the right to breathe clean air inside all workplaces, including restaurants, bars and casinos.
Overwhelming Majority of Virginia Voters Favor Increasing the Cigarette Tax to the National Average
February 1, 2009 | News Release
New poll shows strong support for cigarette tax to reduce youth smoking and address the state's health care needs.