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Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death in West Virginia, accounting for about 4,200 deaths annually. And about 20% of West Virginia adults smoke.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsMore than 20% of West Virginia adults currently smoke. That’s the highest rate in the country.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsA long-standing program that aims to cut tobacco use among young people in West Virginia is scheduled to close next month due to state and federal funding losses.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsEach year, the American Lung Association turns turquoise for a week to raise awareness about lung cancer, honor those lost to it and encourage residents to take action to help end the disease.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsOn Wednesday, the American Lung Association released its annual “State of Tobacco Control” report and West Virginia again earned failing grades. ...
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAdvocates are hopeful that Governor Patrick Morrisey will include funding for tobacco prevention and cessation programs in his upcoming budget proposal.
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