The biggest contributor to the overall number is the financial opportunity cost, or how much the average person loses by smoking away their money instead of investing it
In recent years, though, Smok have expanded their focus to include more beginner and intermediate-friendly devices
Think about smoking differently
Glantz, 2026 If youre not familiar with the dual-use debate, please see my recent post going into the scientific flaws in general and Glantzs piece specifically
Congressional Black Caucus members issue joint letter In a joint letter, 32 members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) called for the Administration to finalize the FDAs proposed rule to end menthol cigarette sales, which they called a significant step toward preventing a new generation from becoming tobacco users and saving lives. It continued: For too long, tobacco companies have been enabled to promote menthol cigarettes to the Black community, preying particularly on Black youth. Leaders represent their civil rights and public health groups at a press conference In response to the Administrations delay, civil rights, public health, and faith leaders gathered for a press conference to express disappointment and urge action