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Body + Soul, a Vegan, Cruelty-Free and Holistic Self-care Brand Has Launched Its Latest Family-Friendly Product, Oki Doki Fast Healing Cream

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Lundi, juillet 17, 2023
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FREMONT, Calif., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Body + Soul, a woman-founded company guided by the belief that self-care is the foundation of wellness, has officially announced the launch of its latest plant-powered body care product,  Oki Doki Fast Healing Cream: Made For Kids, Great For Everyone. Oki Doki features a lineup of plant extracts working in synergy to blend the two elements necessary for overcoming injuries: cooling to reduce inflammation and pain and warming to increase fresh blood flow, stimulating the body's natural ability to heal.

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Starting July 1, Tobacco Companies Must Post Signs About Health Risks of Smoking at About 220,000 Stores Across U.S. - Signs Stem from 2006 Racketeering Verdict Against Companies

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Vendredi, juin 30, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting July 1, the major U.S. tobacco companies must begin to post eye-catching signs telling the public the truth about the deadly consequences of cigarette smoking at about 220,000 retail stores across the nation that sell cigarettes. Under a federal court order, the signs will be installed near cigarette displays in these stores between July 1 and September 30 and must be displayed until June 30, 2025. This is a long-overdue step in holding the tobacco industry accountable for decades of lies that led to addiction, disease and premature death for millions of people.

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  • The order applies to tobacco companies Altria and its Philip Morris USA subsidiary, R.J. Reynolds and ITG Brands.
  • Critically, this truthful information will be provided to consumers at the point where they are making decisions whether to purchase cigarettes.
  • They will appear in about 220,000 stores covered by marketing agreements with the defendant tobacco companies.
  • Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids: More information about the federal government's racketeering lawsuit and Judge Kessler's 2006 judgment.

Vape Delivery LA Revolutionizes Vaping Experience with Fast and Convenient Vape Delivery Service in LA County

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Vendredi, juin 23, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With Vape Delivery LA, customers can effortlessly browse a diverse range of vape juices, devices, and accessories from their homes. From timeless classics like menthol and tobacco to exciting and unique options such as fruity and dessert-inspired blends, Vape Delivery LA offers an extensive selection to satisfy every vaping preference.

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  • Vape Delivery LA, a pioneering provider of vaping products, announces the launch of its game-changing vape delivery service in LA County.
  • "We are thrilled to introduce our innovative vape delivery service to the vibrant community of Los Angeles," said Bernard King, CMO, of Vape Delivery LA.
  • With Vape Delivery LA, they can now enjoy the ultimate vaping experience without the hassle of visiting physical stores."
  • Vape Delivery LA strives to cater to the diverse preferences of LA County residents while prioritizing efficiency and exceptional customer service.

Maine Senate Acts to Protect Kids from Big Tobacco by Voting to End the Sale of Flavored Tobacco Products

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Jeudi, juin 22, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Maine Senate has taken a major step towards protecting the state's kids from the tobacco industry by voting to end the sale of all flavored tobacco products, including flavored e-cigarettes, menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. The Senate deserves enormous credit for standing up to Big Tobacco and taking action to end this industry's predatory targeting of kids, Black Americans and other communities with flavored products. This legislation will protect kids from tobacco addiction, advance health equity and save lives. We urge the Maine House to join the Senate in approving this lifesaving legislation at the earliest opportunity.

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  • The Senate deserves enormous credit for standing up to Big Tobacco and taking action to end this industry's predatory targeting of kids, Black Americans and other communities with flavored products.
  • There is strong public support and momentum across Maine for ending the sale of flavored tobacco products.
  • Polling shows that 63% of Maine voters support ending the sale of all flavored tobacco products.
  • This legislation cracks down on the tobacco industry's most pernicious tactic for luring and addicting kids – the marketing of flavored tobacco products.

National Alliance for Hispanic Health Calls on the House Appropriations Committee to Stand Up to Big Tobacco

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Lundi, juin 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, as the U.S. House of Representatives begins Appropriations Bill markups, the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (Alliance) called on the Committee on Appropriations to remove Sections 768 and 769 from the FY24 Agriculture Appropriations bill.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, as the U.S. House of Representatives begins Appropriations Bill markups, the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (Alliance) called on the Committee on Appropriations to remove Sections 768 and 769 from the FY24 Agriculture Appropriations bill.
  • The Alliance pointed to key data showing that Hispanic communities have been disproportionately targeted by tobacco industry menthol advertising and promotion.
  • Additionally, between 2019 and 2020, Hispanic youth reported the largest increase in flavored tobacco product use across all racial/ethnic groups.
  • The Alliance urges the House Committee on Appropriations to save lives and remove these harmful provisions.

22nd Century Group (XXII) Highlights Recent TCORS Symposium Findings

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Jeudi, mai 25, 2023
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BUFFALO, N.Y., May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 22nd Century Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XXII), a leading biotechnology company dedicated to improving health with reduced nicotine tobacco, hemp/cannabis and hops advanced plant technologies, today provided comments following the recent Tobacco Centers of Regulatory Science (TCORS) Symposium and attempts to use funding limitations to inhibit actions by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to advance its top tobacco harm reduction policies.

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  • Together, these policies are expected to dramatically reduce the rates of smoking in the U.S., saving millions of lives and countless healthcare dollars.
  • Additionally, 22nd Century opposes the tobacco industry’s attempts to influence congress and interfere with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) plans to advance these policies.
  • “As a Company, 22nd Century stands in support of the FDA and members of Congress in the fight to end the harms of highly addictive tobacco products,” said John Miller, president of tobacco products for 22nd Century Group.
  • To inform adult smokers of the product's distinctive purpose, the FDA requires 22nd Century to include the statement "Helps You Smoke Less" on every package of VLN® sold.

CBDW Launches Direct-to-Merchant Campaign for CBD Singlz

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Mardi, mai 2, 2023
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This marketing campaign focuses on menthol flavored tobacco alternatives in California filling the high demand for menthol flavored smokables.

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  • This marketing campaign focuses on menthol flavored tobacco alternatives in California filling the high demand for menthol flavored smokables.
  • Labeled the 'Cali Push', this marketing campaign utilized direct mail sent to over 3000 merchants in California.
  • By introducing new merchants to CBD Singlz, a menthol flavored tobacco-free hemp smokable, the company aims to fill vacant shelf space quickly and is pleased to announce an outstanding result.
  • Over 3000 letter-size direct mail pieces containing CBD Singlz marketing material were mailed on Friday, April 21st, 2023 to merchants across California.

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids President Says FDA Must Finalize Rules to Prohibit Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars Without Delay - They Will Have a Profound Impact on the Nation's Health, Especially Among Black Americans

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Vendredi, avril 28, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- One year ago today, the FDA announced that it was proposing rules to prohibit menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars – products the tobacco industry has intentionally marketed to kids, Black Americans and other communities at enormous cost in health and lives. The FDA's plan represents truly historic action to drive down tobacco use – the number one cause of preventable death in the United States – and, once implemented, will protect kids from tobacco addiction, advance health equity and save hundreds of thousands of lives, especially Black lives. Because of the profound benefit to our nation's health, the FDA has an obligation to finalize and implement these rules with utmost urgency. We urge the FDA to issue final rules by its own deadline of August 2023.

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  • Researchers estimate that prohibiting menthol cigarettes would save up to 654,000 lives within 40 years, including the lives of 255,000 Black Americans .
  • In particular, the industry is peddling false claims that banning menthol cigarettes will subject Black Americans to more law enforcement abuse.
  • The FDA has stated , "Importantly, the FDA cannot and will not enforce against individual consumers for possession or use of menthol cigarettes or flavored cigars….
  • Black neighborhoods have more tobacco retailers, more advertising for menthol cigarettes, and more price promotions for menthol cigarettes.

One year later, Truth Initiative calls on FDA to finalize rules on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars to protect youth, advance health equity and save lives

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Vendredi, avril 28, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It was a year ago today that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed rules to remove menthol cigarettes and all flavored cigars from the U.S. marketplace, a historic move to help end the enormous harm resulting from the predatory and deadly practices of the tobacco industry. As we continue to wait for a final rule, Truth Initiative is calling on the FDA to take action without any further delay to get these deadly, flavored combustible products off the market and put the health of Americans over tobacco industry profits in a bold and meaningful way.

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  • Removing menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars from shelves nationwide will protect young people and future generations from nicotine addiction and reduce health inequities, especially among Black Americans.
  • Menthol increases the intensity of nicotine's reinforcing effects and withdrawal symptoms, making it easier to start and harder to quit.
  • As a result, more than 40 percent of current high school smokers use menthol cigarettes, with half of all young people who ever tried smoking starting with this flavored product.
  • Every day of delay costs precious lives and continues to waste the FDA's time and taxpayers' money.

Watch out for dangerous combinations of over-the-counter cold medicine and prescription drugs – two pharmacoepidemiology experts explain the risks

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Vendredi, avril 21, 2023
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When colds, flus and allergies hit, many people automatically turn to over-the-counter medications to push through and treat their symptoms.

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  • When colds, flus and allergies hit, many people automatically turn to over-the-counter medications to push through and treat their symptoms.
  • Nearly 70% of adults in the U.S. use over-the-counter medications as a first-line response for treating cold and flu symptoms.
  • We are a pharmacoepidemiologist and pharmacist team and we investigate adherence to medications and potential harms of medications associated with drug-drug interactions.
  • Another study estimated that every year, 26,735 people went to the emergency room for adverse events related to over-the-counter cold and cough medications.

The dangers of mixing medications

    • Pharmacists and physicians are typically knowledgeable about potential drug interactions, so it is very important for patients to ask their health care providers which over-the-counter medications are safe for them to use.
    • It is important to read the package ingredients of over-the-counter medications closely to avoid duplication of doses.
    • Cold medications are typically made up of multiple ingredients, including pain relievers, nasal decongestants and cough suppressants or expectorants.
    • Combining these decongestants with monoaminooxidase inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressants could lead to very high blood pressure and heart rhythm problems.

Each person responds to drugs differently

    • As we age, our bodies begin to lose the ability to efficiently clear drugs, which increases the risk of adverse events and unintentional overdoses.
    • Some drugs can be dangerous for people who have particular health conditions.
    • In addition, since these drugs are associated with increased blood pressure, patients with hypertension, hyperthyroidism or heart disease should be careful when using them, or avoid them altogether.

Alternatives for children

    • The Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention do not recommend giving cold medications to children under age 4.
    • Because of a variety of factors, young children have a higher risk of accidental overdose and adverse events that could lead to death.
    • Research has shown that honey can be helpful for reducing cold and flu symptoms in children older than age 1.

Pregnancy best practices

    • Acetaminophen is the doctor-recommended over-the-counter medication for management of pain and fever at any stage of pregnancy.
    • Any other pain relievers or anti-inflammatory medicine such as ibuprofen, ketoprofen, naproxen and aspirin should not be taken during pregnancy without a doctor’s approval.
    • For symptoms such as nasal congestion during pregnancy, a decongestant called oxymetazoline in its intranasal form is the drug of choice.