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Spending On Smoking Prevention Lags And Holiday Meals On Wheels, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a new report shows lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in West Virginia. And, many seniors in the state experience food insecurity, especially during the holidays. Meals on Wheels serves seniors who are unable to leave their homes to get meals.

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Anti-Tobacco Advocates Disappointed With Lack Of Legislative Consideration

Advocates say they are disappointed lawmakers did not consider increasing funding for tobacco prevention during the second special session of the legislature.

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Cancer Advocates Petition Governor To Address Tobacco Use In Special Session

Cancer advocates are petitioning West Virginia’s governor to consider an investment for tobacco prevention in his expected call for a special session in August.

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Group Plans To Ask Legislators For Tobacco Cessation Funding

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is asking lawmakers to support the West Virginia Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Task Force’s request for $5 million.

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