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Flavored Tobacco Continues to Play a Role in Tobacco Use Among Young Adults

Past research has shown that the tobacco industry developed flavored cigarettes in large part to appeal to young people. According to the findings of Legacy’s new study, 18.5 percent of young adult tobacco users in 2011 reported using flavored tobacco pr
Legacy.com
added Apr 4, 2013 01:24
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The Electronic Cigarette Debate Continues as Use Dramatically Increases

Today’s study is consistent with these results and public health fears, and it tells us that there is enough evidence to support a thorough look into e-cigarettes’ impact on smokers and non-smokers alike. The FDA should act by bringing e-cigarettes under
American Legacy Foundation
added Mar 28, 2013 12:33
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Former Smokers Live to Tell the Truth About Tobacco

With the launch of this new round of “Tips” advertisements, the issue of tobacco use will stay high on the nation’s public health agenda, as well as at the forefront of American minds nationwide. Through these stories, tobacco no longer is just a statisti
American Legacy Foundation
added Mar 28, 2013 12:31
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Legacy Remembers C. Everett Koop - A True Leader and Hero in Public Health

At Legacy, we looked up to him for being a pioneer in tobacco control - educating the nation about the dangers of the addictiveness of nicotine in cigarettes and the impact of secondhand smoke.
American Legacy Foundation
added Mar 21, 2013 10:42
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The Electronic Cigarette Debate Continues as Use Dramatically Increases

Today's study is consistent with these results and public health fears, and it tells us that there is enough evidence to support a thorough look into e-cigarettes' impact on smokers and non-smokers alike. The FDA should act by bringing e-cigarettes under
American Legacy Foundation
added Mar 21, 2013 10:41
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Lung Cancer Alliance and Legacy® Object to Stigmatization of Smokers by Charging Higher Health Care Premiums Pursuant to Provisions of the Affordable Care Act

“What is most upsetting about the increased premiums from a public health perspective is that we know that most smokers today want to quit, but the battle against this monstrous addiction is fierce,” stated Cheryl Healton, DrPH, President and CEO of Lega
American Legacy Foundation
added Feb 23, 2013 12:10
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Smokers with Mental Illness Deserve Treatment

Legacy is committed to conducting further research into helping this underserved community in tobacco cessation efforts
American Legacy Foundation
added Feb 23, 2013 12:09
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Legacy Applauds Appontment of FDA's New Director to Lead Its Tobacco Regulatory Center - American Legacy Foundation

We applaud today's decision to appoint Zeller, who is an accomplished lawyer, tobacco control strategist and advocate for public health. He was the former associate commissioner of the FDA under David Kessler and previously served as health policy expert
American Legacy Foundation
added Feb 23, 2013 12:05
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Nearly Half of Americans Would Support Reducing Nicotine in Cigarettes If and When the FDA Exerts its Authority to Act on It

A study released online today by the American Journal of Public Health shows strong public support - nearly 50 percent -- for a potential federal mandate to reduce nicotine content in cigarettes. Under the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Ac
American Legacy Foundation
added Jan 18, 2013 08:01
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Graphic Warnings on Cigarettes Effective Across Demographic Groups

Disadvantaged Groups Stand to Benefit from Hard-Hitting Tobacco Warnings
American Legacy Foundation
added Jan 16, 2013 15:18
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