Each year, tobacco use and exposure to second hand smoke result in hundreds of thousands of deaths and nearly $100 billion in health care expenditures.
RWJF works with national and local health organizations, faith groups, businesses, government and others in advocating for higher tobacco taxes, strong smoke-free air laws, and well-funded programs to prevent kids from smoking and help smokers quit.
SCLC aims to increase smoking cessation rates and the number of health professionals who help smokers quit.
Comments from Richard Besser, MD, on the notice soliciting comments on the Experimental Study on Warning Statements for Cigarette Graphic Health Warnings.
An increase in tobacco tax must occur in sizable increments to make a significant dent in smoking rates. For cigarettes, that means at least 50 cents per pack but ideally $1–$2 per pack.
RWJF commends CVS Health for its decision to spend $50 million over the next five years to help create a tobacco-free nation.
The CDC just released alarming data on the new rise of electronic cigarette use among U.S. teens. Unless the FDA acts now, it may get worse with each passing day which is a gamble we can't take.