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Widespread vaping among young Kentuckians continues to be a public health concern - and some local communities are coming up with innovative ways to tackle the issue. A big win in the battle against nicotine came when the Commonwealth raised the age limit to purchase nicotine products to 21. Lauren Carr, director of the Graves County Agency for Substance Abuse Policy and Prevention, said local shops are still selling vapes to kids. ...
The Food and Drug Administration will be releasing guidance on its proposed menthol cigarette ban by month's end. In Virginia, these cigarettes make up 45% of the national menthol cigarette market. Several states - including California, New York and Rhode Island - have implemented menthol bans in recent years. ...
Virginia is one of several U.S. states that could see low-nicotine cigarettes rolled out by year's end. Created by 22nd Century Group, these cigarettes contain 95% less nicotine than normal cigarettes. ...
RICHMOND — Virginia groups are using different methods to warn young people about the dangers of smoking. Along with tobacco-free parks, the state has taken…