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FDA Review of E-Cigarettes Is As Critical as Ever – Any Delay Related to COVID-19 Must Be Brief

FDA review is critical due to skyrocketing youth use of e-cigarettes and concerns that smoking and vaping may increase risk of severe complications from COVI

Young activists want the White House to know vaping nicotine is a mental health issue

Young people nationwide are mobilizing to demand that the White House, the Food and Drug Administration, and other decision makers declare youth vaping nicot

Young adult cigar smoking trends underscore the need for flavor regulations

Although fewer young people are smoking cigarettes, cigar smoking is increasing among youth and young adults, with 47 percent of smokers preferring a flavore

5 insights about areas with the highest smoking rates in the U.S.

When it comes to tobacco use, a group of 12 states stretching from the upper Midwest to the South looks like some of the most tobacco-dependent — and less-de

Nicotine pouch ads follow e-cigarette marketing playbook and risk appealing to young people

A new study underscores the need to monitor marketing and enforce regulation of new youth-appealing nicotine products.

Young adult smoking rate drops to 10%

In 2017, just 10.4 percent of young Americans aged 18-24 smoked cigarettes, a 21 percent decline since 2016.

Health groups urge FDA to block sale of illegal JUUL-like e-cigarettes

The FDA should to stop the sale of new e-cigarettes similar to JUUL that have been illegally introduced without the agency’s prior review and authorization.<

Stacey Younger Gagosian

Stacey Younger Gagosian has worked in politics and policy for nearly 3 decades.

E-cigarettes are creating a new source of environmental pollution

As youth vaping continues at epidemic levels, many young e-cigarette users report throwing away, improperly recycling, or littering the devices, according to

Amy Taylor

Amy Taylor is a seasoned advocate and leader, currently serving as the Chief Development and Engagement Officer at Truth Initiative.

What we know and don’t know about Puff Bar right now

As Puff Bar’s popularity grew, so did the many questions and concerns about the product and the company behind it.

Curriculums to Address Vaping Nicotine and Cannabis, & Prescription Drug Misuse

Our free digital courses offer modern approaches to guide teachers and educate youth about the dangers associated with vaping (nicotine, cannabis, and co-use) and prescription drug misuse, including counterfeit drugs containing fentanyl.

Through real-world scenarios delivered in truth’s authentic peer-to-peer youth voice, students are empowered to make healthy and informed choices and help others do the same.