Trone, Krishnamoorthi Introduce Legislation to Curb Youth Vaping
House.gov: U.S. Representatives David Trone (D-MD) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) introduced the Accurate Reporting of Smoking Variants Act to help doctors and researchers better understand the impact of the alarming rate of e-cigarette use among America’s young people.
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Democrats urge CDC to update guidance
The Hill: Democrats on Thursday urged the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to issue new guidance to encourage colleges and universities to go tobacco-free in the fall during the coronavirus pandemic.
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E-cigarette companies use COVID-19 to sell nicotine, study finds
Stanford Medicine: The e-cigarette industry has been exploiting the COVID-19 pandemic to encourage sales of vaping products, according to a new study from Stanford Medicine researchers.
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Association Between Youth Smoking, Electronic Cigarette Use, and COVID-19
Science Direct: First study shows true link between vaping and Covid-19. The Stanford led study just published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, shows that vaping is linked to COVID-19 risk in teens and young adults. The research found that young people tested for the virus and who vaped, were five to seven times more likely to be infected than those who did not use e-cigarettes.
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U.S. Raises Tobacco-Buying Age to 21
The Wall Street Journal: The minimum age to purchase cigarettes, e-cigarettes and other tobacco products will be raised to 21 nationwide under the spending bill passed by the Senate on Thursday in a provision aimed at curbing a surge in underage vaping.
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Our Letter to FDA About Puff Bar
Parents Against Vaping E-Cigarettes: While we know that disposable e-cigarettes are exempt from the latest guidance, we are concerned that Puff Bar’s promotional materials and outreach efforts as cited below are illegal and also immoral; in light of the current pandemic, this behavior is particularly dangerous and potentially lethal.o be taking advantage of the coronavirus crisis to explicitly—and illegally—sell its products to school children.
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The Risks of Vaping: A Look at Safety
NIH: You’ve probably heard a lot about vaping lately. You might also know about the recent outbreak of lung injuries and deaths linked to vaping in the U.S. But those aren’t the only risks that come with vaping. Here’s what you need to know.
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Could vaping put you at greater risk of severe illness during coronavirus?
WUSA-9: The Verify team spoke with experts, who explained how vaping increases the risk of pulmonary diseases. Those with chronic lung disease are at high risk for COVID-19.
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Statement On Weakening Of Legislation Intended To End Maryland Sales Of Flavored Tobacco
Flavors Hook Kids Maryland: Today, the Maryland House of Delegates voted in favor of HB 3 , legislation that addresses the sale of flavored tobacco products in Maryland. This bill has been weakened with amendments, leaving many products on the market that are addicting youth in the state. Although the bill removes many products, those left will allow the youth tobacco epidemic to continue.
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MCPS cracks down on student vaping
WDVM: Montgomery County Public Schools is looking to curb vaping and e-cigarette use among its students. The school system is rolling out a new program called “Let’s Clear the Air.” MCPS leaders say student academic performance is impacted by risky behaviors like drinking, using drugs and vaping.
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John Sarbanes and Brian Frosh: Working to Reduce Youth Vaping and Tobacco Use
Maryland Matters: With the alarming rise in vaping among teenagers and adolescents, a new public health crisis is unfolding right before our eyes. At the state and federal level, we must move swiftly to protect our children from the harmful, and sometimes deadly, effects of vaping.
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