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Tobacco Imagery in Movies Surged in 2024, Exposing Millions of Young People to Smoking and Vaping on Screens
New report finds more than half of top 2024 films featured tobacco imagery, continuing a troubling rise that threatens youth prevention and quitting efforts.
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New report finds more than half of top films in 2024 featured tobacco imagery
Over half (51%) of the top 152 box office films released in 2024 contained depictions of tobacco, up from 41% in 2023
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New Report Warns: Viral Smoking Imagery Could Undermine Youth Prevention Gains
Truth Initiative’s seventh annual “While You Were Streaming” report exposes the ongoing presence of tobacco in top shows, movies, and music videos
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Truth Initiative Backs Arizona AG in Bold Action to Protect Youth from Illegal Nicotine Sales
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes’ crackdown on two stores selling tobacco and nicotine products to minors is both bold and necessary.
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Significant Drop in Youth E-Cigarette Use Marks Progress, But Nearly 40% of Teens Who Vape Frequently Remain at High Risk for Nicotine Addiction, a Serious Public Health Concern
The 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) shows significant progress in reducing youth e-cigarette use, with half a million fewer middle and high school
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Strong state policies in California and Massachusetts significantly reduced youth access to flavored tobacco products
California and Massachusetts – demonstrate the effect that strong state policies can have on reducing sales and limiting youth access to flavored nicotine.
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Truth Initiative Kicks Off Celebration Bowl Partnership Spotlighting Tobacco’s Impact on Black Communities and Connects Fans with Quit Support
The Celebration Bowl marks a moment to honor Black culture, empower Black communities, and reclaim Black health.
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LGBT+ youth and young adults in states with protective policies had more than 50% lower odds of smoking and vaping
Findings from this study suggest that state-level legislation to protect LGBT+ rights could help prevent or reduce tobacco use in the LGBT+ community
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Tobacco’s harmful impact on Hispanic and Latino Americans
Tobacco companies have a history of targeting Hispanic and Latino Americans.
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Attorney General Raoul Announces JUUL Settlement Funds to Bring Truth Initiative's National Youth Vaping Prevention and Cessation Programs to Illinois
Settlement Funds will Support Efforts by Nation’s Largest Nonprofit Dedicated to Youth Vaping Prevention to Launch “EX Program” Campaign Statewide
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Truth Initiative Applauds Action by New Mexico to Protect Young People from Illegal Vaping Products
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez’s crackdown on illegal vaping products is a strong move that reflects a firm commitment to protecting youth and young
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Cigarettes are still a popular on-screen prop – and it’s fueling youth nicotine addiction
Cigarettes remain a popular prop even as peer-reviewed research finds that smoking images influence young people to start using tobacco products.
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