Jan 10
Source: Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids
Studies, and experience in state after state, show that higher cigarette taxes are one of the most effective ways to reduce smoking among both youth and adults. Every 10 percent increase in the price of cigarettes reduces youth smoking by about seven percent and overall cigarette consumption by about four percent.
Every state that has significantly increased its cigarette tax has enjoyed substantial increases in revenue, even while reducing smoking. These funds have helped states balance budgets and fund essential services like health care and tobacco prevention programs. Contrary to tobacco industry arguments, cigarette tax increases are a reliable source of revenue. Higher cigarette taxes also save money by reducing smoking-caused health care costs.
Jan 10
The Cabell-Huntington Health Department comment period for the proposed clean indoor air regulation closes on Friday, January 15th.
The proposed regulation can be reviewed here.
Comments can be submitted to:
Cabell-Huntington Board of Health
703 7th Avenue
Huntington, WV 25701
Jan 10
Tobacco-Free Day at the Legislature - January 19th
Annual Tobacco Control Advocacy Conference - January 19th - 20th
Education and action for citizens, activists and health professionals.
Presented by:
Coalition for a Tobacco-Free West Virginia and the
West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources, Department of Health, Division of Tobacco Prevention
Join citizens and activists from throughout West Virginia to plan, work and advocate for strong tobacco control policies.
Register online here: http://www.ctfwv.com/ctfwv_004.htm
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