Each month, GHEA aggregates the latest news and research related to place-based tobacco control and geographic health disparities. Below you will find the latest posts, updated regularly throughout the month.
(Last updated: June 6th, 2024)
General Tobacco Control News and Research
- The CDC recently released a research brief describing the prevalence of current commercial tobacco use by employment characteristics and occupation group.
- According to a recent report from the Truth Initiative, 400 jurisdictions and 3 Native American tribes have placed restrictions on the sale of flavored tobacco products.
- A recent study showed how stores are using TikTok to sell e-cigarettes to youth.
- A new CDC featured article highlights Pride Month and the importance of being tobacco-free.
- The FDA recently announced the creation of a federal multi-agency task force to crack down on the sale of illegal e-cigarettes.
- ASTHO, in partnership with the Center for Black Health and Equity, recently released a new brief titled “Engaging Communities Is a Critical Tobacco Control Strategy”.