Cigarette consumption in Indiana dropped 40% during the first three months of a long-sought tax increase, according to the Indiana Department of Health. Enrollment in the agency’s smoking cessation program jumped almost 40% over that time.
Read MoreDear Editor, As another school year gets underway, many parents are focused on backpacks, new shoes and getting their kids back into routines. There’s something else that needs to be kept in mind that doesn’t always make the school supply list — nicotine use. Vaping and other nicotine … Read More
With the increase in the cost of tobacco products that began on July 1, many may see this as an ideal opportunity to consider quitting tobacco.
Read MoreDear Editor, Quitting smoking or vaping is one of the hardest, and most rewarding, things a person can do for their health. If you’ve been able to quit, we want to take a moment to say: congratulations. You’ve done something courageous and life-changing. And now, your story can … Read More
Dear Editor, As vaping continues to grow in popularity I want to address a misconception: the belief that the cloud emitted from e-cigarettes is “water vapor.” What users are actually inhaling — and exhaling — is aerosol made from harmful chemicals. Most vaping liquids consist of nicotine, flavoring … Read More
Dear Editor, As we approach another open enrollment season, I urge employers across our community to consider a significant step toward promoting the health and well-being of their employees: adopting tobacco-free workplace policies and offering robust tobacco cessation benefits. Tobacco use remains a leading cause of preventable disease … Read More
Dear Editor, As a concerned citizen deeply invested in the health and well-being of our community, I would like to draw attention to an invaluable resource for Hoosiers striving to quit tobacco: Quit Now Indiana (QNI). With over 700,000 Indiana residents expressing a desire to kick the habit, … Read More
Dear Editor, As we usher in the new year, I want to reach out to those who embarked on the journey to quit tobacco, acknowledging the challenges they may have faced. Setbacks are a natural part of quitting, but it’s important to know that it’s never too late … Read More
Dear Editor, As we usher in the new year, many of us are contemplating resolutions that will bring positive changes to our lives. One powerful resolution that can significantly impact our health and well-being is the decision to quit smoking or using electronic cigarettes. I urge our fellow … Read More
