Health officials and students urge limits on flavored tobacco and more school support during joint session Hennepin County Public Health and Tobacco Free Alliance presented local data showing widespread flavored-product availability and youth use; student testimony and Osseo Schools staff urged prevention, anonymous supports and alternatives to suspension.

Local health officials and students are sounding the alarm on flavored tobacco's grip on youth, pushing for policy changes and better support in schools.

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Cochise County Health Department expands youth coalitions, in‑school programs and quitline outreach to curb vaping Health-promotion staff outlined plans to rebuild youth coalitions, offer alternatives to suspension that include cessation education, run school assemblies and youth compliance checks, and connect residents to ASHLine (a free Arizona quitline); the department is targeting outreach to people experiencing homelessness this year.

Cochise County is taking a bold step to combat youth vaping through innovative programs and community outreach, aiming to empower adolescents with the resources they need to quit.

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Fairfax Town Council recently adopted an ordinance to strengthen smoking and tobacco regulations.
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Committee weighs cuts to tobacco prevention, local public‑health support and a statewide infant‑mortality review Lawmakers questioned cuts to youth tobacco prevention and local public health support lines and heard that proposed reductions could prevent a statewide fetal and infant mortality review started in January 2026 from operating statewide.

Missouri lawmakers are raising alarms over proposed budget cuts that threaten crucial tobacco prevention programs and a vital statewide review for fetal and infant mortality.

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San Juan County approves public-health contract amendments and EHR agreement; tobacco compliance funding increased The commission approved amendments to public-health contracts — including an $8,699 increase to the DREAM program, a $15,500 amendment to a tobacco contract (retroactive to 07/01/2025) to fund retail compliance, and an Elation Health EHR agreement — and discussed culturally sensitive tobacco education for Native American youth.

San Juan County is taking big steps in public health with increased funding for the DREAM program and new initiatives focused on tobacco compliance and culturally sensitive education for Native American youth.

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According to researchers from UC San Diego, students who received school-based tobacco prevention education were significantly less likely to smoke or vape.
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#Tobaccoprevention isn’t just a school or parent responsibility—it works best when kids hear the same message from the adults in their lives. #ClickCity:Tobacco bridges school and home learning, strengthening prevention through shared, consistent support. #parenting #Educators #5thgrade #EduSky

According to a study by USC, between 2020 to 2024 daily nicotine vaping among youth who vape has increased from 15.4% to 28.8%. #tobaccoprevention #smokefree
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Board approves introduction of ordinance to set $12 minimum tobacco price and ban vape sales in unincorporated Marin The Board of Supervisors voted to introduce an ordinance that would establish a $12 minimum price on commercial tobacco and nicotine pouches, ban sales of electronic smoking devices and heated tobacco systems in unincorporated areas, prohibit coupons and discounts, and include a biennial $1 auto increase. Adoption was scheduled for Nov. 18.

Marin County takes a bold step to combat rising youth nicotine use by introducing a $12 minimum price for tobacco and a ban on vaping sales.

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Have you heard? Oklahoma has reached the highest compliance rate for preventing underage tobacco sales. #tobaccoprevention #tobaccocontrol
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WHO just announced the theme for World No Tobacco Day 2026! With goals to raise awareness, advocating for stronger policy, preventing addiction, and reducing demand! #quittobacco #tobaccoprevention
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The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets has started an investigation on Snapchat not conducting the appropriate measures to protect minors from illegal vape sellers. Learn more here; zurl.co/SZx22 #smokefree #takedowntobacco #tobaccoprevention

Nicotine Prevention Program Launches School Vaping Administrator Training for Educators The new training aims to educate administrators on addressing student nicotine use effectively.

The Louisiana Legislature is taking a stand against the rise of nicotine pouches in schools, aiming to empower youth with knowledge and support to quit.

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Louisiana Health Department Discusses Alarming Rise in Youth Vaping Rates Louisiana youth vaping rates have surged, with 30% of high schoolers reporting use in 2023.

The alarming rise of vaping among Louisiana's youth has skyrocketed, with 30% of high schoolers now admitting to using e-cigarettes—what's driving this epidemic?

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Senators question elimination of CDC Office on Smoking and Health amid layoffs Senators express concern over CDC's closure impacting public health and smoking prevention efforts.

Senators are raising alarm over the shocking closure of the CDC's Office on Smoking and Health, fearing it could derail decades of progress in the fight against tobacco use.

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Belvidere Health Department details 2024 programs and service achievements Health Department presents annual report highlighting services in Belvidere and surrounding county.

Boone County's Health Department just unveiled its impressive achievements in public health, showcasing groundbreaking programs that are transforming community well-being.

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Florida lawmaker advocates FDA funding for youth tobacco prevention campaign Lawmaker calls to restore funding for FDA's Real Cost campaign to combat youth vaping

A Florida representative is pushing to revive the FDA's Real Cost campaign, which has drastically cut youth vaping rates and could save countless lives.

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Local Youth Create Commemorative Coffee Sleeves for World No Tobacco Day The Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services teamed up with Eureka High School’s TIDE youth coalition to design coffee sleeves that promote a tobacco-free future for the 37th annual World…

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Franklin Health Department announces Tobacco Prevention Poster Contest winners Coalition Franklin reveals 10 winners from annual Tobacco Prevention Poster Contest at Forest Park Middle School

The Franklin Health Department just celebrated 29 years of empowering youth against tobacco with an inspiring poster contest, showcasing over 300 creative submissions from seventh graders!

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Louisiana lawmakers establish Youth Cessation and Prevention Fund for tobacco tax revenue House Bill 517 creates a fund to support youth tobacco cessation and prevention programs.

Louisiana is taking a stand against youth tobacco use with the new Youth Cessation and Prevention Fund!

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New Haven Health Department proposes $1.6M anti-tobacco initiative with youth engagement Health Department outlines comprehensive anti-tobacco campaign targeting youth and community education.

New Haven is gearing up to launch a groundbreaking $1.6M initiative that empowers youth to take charge against tobacco and vaping, fostering a healthier future for the community.

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Dayton health department launches BREEVE initiative to combat youth tobacco use BREEVE aims to reduce tobacco use and exposure among Dayton's youth through targeted education.

New Haven County is launching the BREEVE initiative, a bold plan aimed at drastically reducing youth tobacco use and promoting a healthier, smoke-free future for our communities.

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Addressing Tobacco Use in California’s Native American Communities The California Native American Tobacco Initiative Evaluation (CAITIE) – led the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science at UC San Diego – has emerged as a leader in the…

A UC San Diego study finds culturally tailored anti-tobacco efforts in Native communities are making progress. The initiative supports tribal-led programs while honoring traditional tobacco use.
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Gloucester Youth Leadership Council secures $1000 for tobacco prevention initiative Gloucester accepts two $500 mini grants for youth nicotine prevention efforts from 84 Movement

Gloucester's Youth Leadership Council just secured $1,000 in mini grants to combat youth tobacco use—find out how they're making a difference!

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Connecticut General Assembly passes Tobacco Settlement Fund disbursement reform Connecticut enacts new Tobacco Settlement Fund disbursement plan effective July 2025.

Connecticut is reshaping its Tobacco Settlement Fund to prioritize public health, but will this shift come at the cost of vital state services?

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Idaho imposes new tax on electronic smoking devices to combat youth access Idaho legislates tax on electronic smoking devices to fund tobacco prevention initiatives.

Idaho is taking a bold step to combat youth vaping by introducing a new tax on electronic smoking devices, with funds aimed at preventing minors' access to tobacco.

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Arkansas establishes Tobacco Settlement Program and Commission Fund for public health initiatives Arkansas creates funds to manage tobacco settlement money for health programs.

Arkansas lawmakers are taking a bold step to transform tobacco settlement funds into a powerful tool for improving public health with House Bill 1508.

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Arkansas establishes advisory committees to support bioscience research initiatives Arkansas Biosciences Institute Board creates committees for industry and science expertise.

Arkansas is on the brink of a bioscience revolution with House Bill 1508, which aims to enhance research capabilities and tackle tobacco-related illnesses through expert-led advisory committees.

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