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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in cooperation with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), seized nearly two million units of unauthorized e-cigarette products in Chicago, …
FDA and CBP Seize $33.8 Million in Unauthorized E-Cigarette Products Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed FY 2025-26 budget has sparked outcry from public health advocates, with the American Lung Association (ALA) expressing sharp disapproval of a $1 million …
Shapiro’s Tobacco Program Cuts Spark Outrage—Lives Hang in the Balance, Says Lung Association Read More
DOVER, DE — The American Lung Association’s 2025 “State of Tobacco Control” report gives Delaware both praise and concern for its tobacco control efforts, urging lawmakers to strengthen policies that address …
Delaware Earns Mixed Grades in 2025 “State of Tobacco Control” Report Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The American Lung Association’s latest “State of Tobacco Control” report assigns failing grades to Pennsylvania for its tobacco control efforts, spotlighting the urgent need for stronger public health …
Pennsylvania Earns Poor Marks in 2025 “State of Tobacco Control” Report Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the authorization of 20 ZYN nicotine pouch products through its premarket tobacco product application (PMTA) pathway. This landmark …
FDA Grants First Marketing Authorizations for ZYN Nicotine Pouch Products Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Office of the U.S. Surgeon General has released a comprehensive report highlighting disparities in tobacco use and its health impacts across various demographic groups in the United …
New Report Reveals Significant Health Disparities in Tobacco Use Across U.S. Population Groups Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Food and Drug Administration recently authorized the marketing of seven e-cigarette products in the United States through the premarket tobacco product application pathway. Following a thorough …
FDA Approves Marketing of Seven New E-Cigarette Products Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the marketing of four menthol-flavored e-cigarette products by NJOY LLC. This decision marks the first time the FDA has …
FDA Authorizes Marketing of Four NJOY Menthol E-Cigarettes Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States District Court for the District of Colorado has issued a permanent injunction against Boosted LLC and its owner, Cory Vigil. This legal action, issued …
Court Halts E-Cigarette Company’s Operations Over FDA Violations Read More HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s Attorney General Michelle Henry announced this week the receipt of an annual payment of over $352 million from tobacco manufacturers. This sum is part of the …
Pennsylvania Receives Over $350 Million from Tobacco Settlement, Totaling $9.34 Billion Since 1998 Read More