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Public Health Focuses on Dangers of Menthol Cigarettes Reaching Those Most Impacted by Menthol Use - Black Communities, LGBTQ and Young Adults

Share this article Share this article LOS ANGELES, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) launches its first quit menthol cigarette campaign to address the risks and harms of menthol tobacco use within communities most exposed to menthol – Black communities, LGBTQ, and young adults. Menthol and other flavors in tobacco hides the harsh taste of tobacco with a cool or minty flavor which can result in smokers inhaling deeper into the lungs resulting in greater exposure to the harmful and addictive chemicals. Black communities are among the highest groups of menthol smokers in LA County. Also, according to the 2018 California Youth Tobacco Survey, all high school students in LA County who reported smoking cigarettes only smoked menthol/mint cigarettes.

Gallia Health District earns national accreditation - Gallipolis Daily Tribune

Gallia Health District earns national accreditation Staff Report GALLIPOLIS The Gallia County General Health District this week announced it has been awarded national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). According to a news release from the county health district, established in 2007, PHAB is the nonprofit organization that administers the national accreditation program, which aims to advance and transform public health practice by championing performance improvement, strong infrastructure, and innovation. “By achieving national accreditation through PHAB, the Gallia County General Health District has met national standards that foster effectiveness and promote continuous quality improvement,” said Gerald Vallee, MD, health commissioner/medical director. “Through this process, our staff has demonstrated leadership, compassion, and dedication to public health. We take great pride in ensuring the services and programs we provide are as respons

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