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The History of Tobacco Companies Targeting Youth
Evidence shows that the tobacco industry has targeted young people for decades. One tobacco company even referred to them as “replacement smokers.” And while many teens think they can quit whenever they want, out of every 4 young smokers, only 1 will quit before adulthood.
Read MoreQuitting Tobacco Takes Time… and Sometimes Several Attempts
Quitting smoking is a process, and for many people that process could take several attempts before quitting for good. If you slip or relapse, don’t get discouraged. You’re not alone. About half of quit attempts fail within the first week and most slips or relapses occur within the first three months after quitting. Smokers can, and do, quit smoking.
Read MoreNo Smoke, No Mirrors, Just Progress
In November 2006, Florida voters overwhelmingly approved Amendment 4, establishing a comprehensive tobacco education and use prevention program. Further defined under Florida Statutes, the Bureau of Tobacco Free Florida’s (BTFF) goals include reducing tobacco use, reducing exposure to secondhand smoke, and enforcing the Florida Clean Indoor Air Act.
Read MoreThe Link Between African Americans and Menthol Cigarettes
If it seems like most smokers in Black communities smoke menthol cigarettes, it’s not a coincidence. For years, the tobacco industry has heavily targeted African-Americans with menthol cigarette marketing through culturally tailored advertising images and messages.
Read MoreComprehensive Statewide Tobacco Education and Use Prevention Program – Chapter 381, Section 84
In 2011, the Florida Legislature enacted Chapter 381, Section 84: Comprehensive Statewide Tobacco Education and Use Prevention Program.
Read MoreComprehensive Statewide Tobacco Education and Prevention Program Amendment (2006)
In 2006, Florida voters approved Amendment 4, The Florida Use of Tobacco Settlement Funds Amendment, by a vote of 60.93% to 39.07%. As a result, the following text was added to the Florida Constitution.
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