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Published on 19:20 GMT

HHS Restructuring and Workforce Reductions – Key Implications for the Health Care Industry

As spring arrived in the mid-Atlantic region, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. followed through with a previously announced Reduction in Force (RIF) that reduced the department’s workforce by a reported 10,000 …

Source: National Law Review - Neutral
Published on 13:56 GMT

New Hybrid eLearning Program for High School Students Cuts Tobacco and Alcohol Use in Half

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new approach to preventing teen substance use produced dramatic reductions in tobacco and alcohol misuse among high school students. Results of a study just published in Psychology of Addictive …

Source: WFMZ - Pennsylvania - Neutral
Published on 21:44 GMT

Federal cuts put help for mental health and drug addiction in peril

People in the United States are in the midst of an ongoing opioid epidemic and a wave of mental health problems. So funding and staff cuts to a federal agency that supports mental health care, suicide prevention, and addiction treatment, the Substance …

Source: Science News - Neutral
Published on 10:51 GMT

Why CDC cuts are being called ‘the greatest gift to tobacco industry in the last half-century’

In the earliest ads, Terrie Hall wears a scarf around her throat to cover the artificial voice box that helps her speak. She talks about smoking on the day of her surgery; how she wishes she’d recorded her voice so her grandchildren would know how she used …

Source: STAT - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on 05:26 GMT

Generational tobacco ban to be implemented from November

The cabinet has reached a decision on Sunday to implement a generational tobacco ban for those born on or after January 1, 2007. Under this ban, sale, purchase and use of tobacco for those under this age will be prohibited. With the cabinet deciding to …

Source: The Edition - Neutral
Published on 03:42 GMT

Tobacco policy hell sets open season for black market

Over the past month, both Four Corners and 60 Minutes have done major investigations into Australia’s $5 billion tobacco black market and the criminal gangs who now dominate the industry. Nick McKenzie’s 60 Minutes report began by squarely laying the blame …

Source: Independent Australia - Left-wing
Published on 01:46 GMT

Illegal tobacco wars ramp up across Australia

Firebombings and ram raids on stores selling illegal cigarettes are spreading into multiple Australian states as governments play a game of "whack-a-mole" on the lucrative market. Queensland is the latest state to see a rise in the violent …

Source: Otago Daily Times - Neutral
Published on 02:55 GMT

Trump administration set to purge thousands of Department of Health and Human Service jobs

By Zo Terrana Staff Writer The United States Department of Health and Human Services has seen a drastic cut in the agency's number of jobs due to the efforts of President Donald Trump’s administration. The HHS, a cabinet-level executive branch …

Source: The Signal - New Jersey - Center-left
Published on Apr 13, 2025

Illegal tobacco wars light up across states as crimes rise in Qld

Fire bombings and ram raids on stores selling illegal cigarettes are spreading into multiple states as governments play a game of “whack-a-mole” on the lucrative market. Queensland is the latest state to see a rise in the violent attacks on tobacconists as …

Source: WAtoday - Neutral
Published on 00:37 GMT

President approves Tobacco Ban for those born after Jan 1, 2007

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has approved a landmark decision to implement a generational tobacco ban in the Maldives, prohibiting the sale, purchase, and use of tobacco products for individuals born on or after January 1, 2007. The decision was made …

Source: Ras Online - Indeterminate
Published on 03:27 GMT

CAPHRA Calls For Independent Review Of WHO's Role In Shaping Public Health Policy

(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt) The Coalition of Asia Pacific Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has called for an independent review of the World Health Organization's (WHO) role in shaping global public health policy, citing concerns over transparency, …

Source: MENAFN - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 13, 2025

President Dr. Muizzu approves generational Tobacco Ban for those born after 2007

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has approved a generational ban on tobacco use in the Maldives, following a recommendation by the Cabinet. The new policy will prohibit the sale, purchase, and use of tobacco products for individuals born on or after January 1 …

Source: Maldives Voice - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 13, 2025

While Rumors About Wike’s Health Persist, His Gait Sparks Na...

A Subtle Shift That Sparked Broader Concern In a society where quiet strength is often prized and physical vulnerability is shrouded in silence, a recent video of Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, drew unexpected attention. …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Apr 13, 2025

The surprising link between oral health and mental wellness

We talk a lot about mental health. We talk about physical health. But, we almost never talk about the thing that quietly impacts both: oral health. We’re used to thinking of a smile as something purely cosmetic—a matter of straight teeth and good breath. …

Source: The Times of India - Center-right
Published on Apr 13, 2025

Nigeria allocated additional $200m to health in 2025 budget – WHO

The World Health Organisation said Nigeria has allocated an additional $200m to health in its 2025 Budget to avert the health impacts that the sudden and unplanned cuts are having. The Director General of WHO, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, disclosed this in a …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 13, 2025

Social media’s Big Tobacco moment is coming

A new documentary, Can’t Look Away, which follows parents suing tech companies after the deaths of their children, is difficult to watch. It should be. The film lays bare what many parents already know: that social media is rewiring their children’s brains …

Source: TechCentral - Neutral
Published on Apr 13, 2025

Cannabis Smoke And Your Health

Though tobacco use is declining among adults in the U.S., cannabis use is increasing. Laws and policies regulating the use of tobacco and cannabis are also moving in different directions. Tobacco policies are becoming more restrictive, with bans on …

Source: Daily Independent - Pending
Published on Apr 13, 2025

CAPHRA Calls for Review of WHO’s Role in Public Health Policy

(MENAFN- Asdaa BCW) A statement by the Coalition of Asia Pacific Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) has raised concerns about the role of the World Health Organization (WHO) in public health policy, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. The Coalition …

Source: MENAFN - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 12, 2025

Oregon health Q&A: 7 years after my 2 shots, can I have additional shingles vaccine?

Questions are answered by experts at the Oregon Health Authority, other state agencies or community partners. Questions and answers are republished by permission. Q: I had the two doses of the Shingrix vaccine in 2018 for shingles. I’m 77 years old. Does …

Source: OregonLive.com - Neutral

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Published on April 14, 2025 - 18:07 GMT

RCP responds to polling revealing public support for action tackling tobacco, unhealthy food and alcohol use

The Royal College of Physicians has responded to new polling from The Health Foundation and Ipsos. The RCP has responded to polling from The Health Foundation and Ipsos revealing public support for the government taking action to tackle tobacco, unhealthy …

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Published on April 10, 2025 - 17:09 GMT

Attorney General Bonta Charges Five Suspects in Unlicensed Tobacco Scheme that Cost Californians $24 Million in Lost Tax ...

SACRAMENTO – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the grand jury indictment of five suspects for selling tobacco without a license and committing tax fraud that cost the state of California over $24 million in lost tax revenue. On March 14 …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

CDC Cuts Devastate State Quitlines & Efforts to Help Tobacco Users Quit, Leading to More Tobacco-Caused Disease & Death

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Massive job cuts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the elimination of CDC’s Office on Smoking and Health (OSH) will dramatically reduce resources to help people …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 12:19 GMT

Mike Papantonio Calls Ultra-Processed Food Litigation the “Next Tobacco” at MTMP Spring 2025 Opening Session

The legendary mass torts attorney said UPFs will be "one of those mass torts that changes the world." LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an urgent opening session at the Mass Torts Made Perfect (MTMP) …

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Published on April 8, 2025 - 18:47 GMT

RCP responds to polling revealing public support for action tackling tobacco, unhealthy food and alcohol use

The Royal College of Physicians has responded to new polling from The Health Foundation and Ipsos. The RCP has responded to polling from The Health Foundation and Ipsos revealing public support for the government taking action to tackle tobacco, unhealthy …

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Published on April 3, 2025 - 02:18 GMT

Gatchalian Urges Unified Action from DOJ, BOC, BIR vs. Illicit Tobacco Trade Offenders

PHILIPPINES, April 3 - Press Release April 3, 2025 Gatchalian Urges Unified Action from DOJ, BOC, BIR vs. Illicit Tobacco Trade Offenders Senator Win Gatchalian urged the Department of Justice, the Bureau of Customs, and the Bureau of Internal Revenue to …

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Published on April 1, 2025 - 15:55 GMT

Gutted Federal Tobacco Programs Will Cost Lives and Money

Federal Workers Arrived to Termination Notices, Eliminating One of the Highest Impact Federal Health Programs PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tobacco use, the leading cause of preventable death in the country, …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 14:44 GMT

Growth Driver In The Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer Market 2025:Impact Of Rising Tobacco Consumption On Health Risks

Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Get 20% off on Global Market Reports until March 31st! …

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Published on December 7, 2016 - 17:55 GMT

Philip Morris International (PMI) Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend of $1.04 Per Share

Philip Morris International (PMI) Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend of $1.04 Per Share December 7, 2016

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Published on December 6, 2016 - 14:10 GMT

Massimo Ferragamo Elected to the Board of Directors of Philip Morris International (PMI)

Massimo Ferragamo Elected to the Board of Directors of Philip Morris International (PMI) December 6, 2016

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Published on December 6, 2016 - 09:24 GMT

Philip Morris International (PMI) Announces Filing of Application for Its Electronically Heated Tobacco Product with the ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 6, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (“PMI”) (NYSE / Euronext Paris: PM) on Dec. 5 submitted a Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application for its electronically heated tobacco product with the U. …

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Published on November 16, 2016 - 15:46 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. Presents at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference; Revises, for ...

Philip Morris International Inc. Presents at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference; Revises, for Currency Only, 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS Forecast November 16, 2016

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Published on October 25, 2016 - 07:22 GMT

Philip Morris International Recognized as Global Leader for Corporate Action on Climate Change for the Third Year ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 25, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (“PMI”) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today is recognized as a global leader in its action on climate change. For the third consecutive year, the company is on the CDP …

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Published on October 18, 2016 - 11:29 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2016 Third-Quarter Results; Reaffirms 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS ...

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2016 Third-Quarter Results; Reaffirms 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS Forecast October 18, 2016

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Published on October 14, 2016 - 07:33 GMT

Philip Morris International Recognized as Top Employer in Africa

Now certified as leading employer in 29 countries across the globe LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 14, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today was recognized for the first time as a Top Employer in …

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Published on October 11, 2016 - 14:19 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Third-Quarter Results

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 11, 2016-- Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) will host a live audio webcast at www.pmi.com/webcasts on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its 2016 third- …

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Published on September 29, 2016 - 07:15 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. Hosts Investor Day; Revises for Currency, and Narrows, 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted ...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 29, 2016-- Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc.’s (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) senior management reviews the company’s business outlook and long-term growth strategies at a two-day investor meeting starting …

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Published on September 23, 2016 - 14:01 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Inaugurates Manufacturing Facility in Italy for Potentially Reduced-Risk Products*...

First manufacturing facility for large scale production of heated tobacco products Anticipated investment of approximately EUR 500 million for the facility and pre-existing pilot plant Up to 600 new jobs when fully operational Total initial annual capacity …

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Published on September 22, 2016 - 19:30 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Investor Day

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Investor Day September 22, 2016

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Published on September 16, 2016 - 10:04 GMT

Philip Morris International Welcomes Broad Interest for PMI IMPACT; New Global Initiative to Fight Smuggling and Related ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 15, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) announced today that the response to PMI IMPACT, its new global funding initiative for third party projects dedicated to fighting …

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Published on September 14, 2016 - 08:35 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. Increases Dividend by 2% to an Annualized Rate of $4.16 Per Share

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 14, 2016-- Regulatory News: The Board of Directors of Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today increased the company’s regular quarterly dividend by 2% to an annualized rate of $4.16 per share. …

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Published on September 6, 2016 - 12:45 GMT

Philip Morris International Releases First “Update” on Their Scientific Research to Develop and Assess Potentially ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 6, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today releases the first Reduced-Risk Product (RRP) Scientific Update, a regular publication on its research efforts to develop and assess …

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Published on July 19, 2016 - 11:18 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2016 Second-Quarter Results; Revises 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS ...

Reflecting Currency-Neutral Growth of Approximately 10% to 12% vs. 2015 Adjusted Diluted EPS of $4.42 NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 19, 2016-- Regulatory News: 2016 Second-Quarter Reported diluted earnings per share of $1.15, down by $0.06 or 5.0% versus …

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Published on July 12, 2016 - 13:55 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Second-Quarter Results

NEW YORK – July 12, 2016 – Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) will host a live audio webcast at www.pmi.com/webcasts on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its 2016 second-quarter results, which will be issued …

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Published on July 11, 2016 - 02:16 GMT

Philip Morris International Comments on Tribunal’s Decision in Arbitration Between PMI and Uruguay

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 8, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today comments on the decision of an ICSID tribunal in the arbitration between PMI and Uruguay regarding two regulations that …

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Published on June 8, 2016 - 10:02 GMT

53 billion illegal cigarettes consumed in the European Union last year

New KPMG report for British American Tobacco, Imperial Tobacco, Japan Tobacco International and Philip Morris International finds that governments lose up to EUR 11.3 billion in revenues Non-EU contraband and counterfeit increased to 88% LONDON--(BUSINESS …

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Published on June 3, 2016 - 04:56 GMT

PHILIP MORRIS INTERNATIONAL INC. DECLARES REGULAR QUARTERLY DIVIDEND OF $1.02 PER SHARE

NEW YORK, December 9, 2015 -- The Board of Directors of Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE / Euronext Paris: PM) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $1.02 per common share, payable on January 8, 2016, to shareholders of record as of …

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Published on May 27, 2016 - 11:37 GMT

Philip Morris International Launches New Initiative to Fight Smuggling and Related Crimes; Pledges USD 100 Million to ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 27, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE /Euronext Paris: PM) announced today a major new initiative — “PMI IMPACT” — to help confront smuggling and related crimes. The centerpiece of PMI …

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