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Bill Directs Nearly $3M To Smoking/Vaping Cessation
A report from the American Cancer Society notes that more than 28% of West Virginia high school students use tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. That despite the age to purchase the products being set at 21 years of age.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsSchool Discipline Data, Enforcement Focus Of Two Bills In House Education
Two bills before the House Education Committee Monday seek to address school discipline generally and tobacco use in schools specifically.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsSpending 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.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAnti-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.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsGroup 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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