The Tobacco Control Act Turns 15: Have We Made Progress at All?
June 24, 2024 by filtermag.org
The Tobacco Control Act Turns 15: Have We Made Progress at All?
Personal experiences with the devastating effects of tobacco-related illnesses drive the author's advocacy for smoking legislation. Despite legislation like the TCA, concerns remain about FDA's focus on vaping over smoking cessation. The imbalance in regulatory actions suggests a need for change to prioritize harm reduction and public health impact in line with evidence from other countries. The FDA's current approach risks undermining potential lifesaving alternatives to smoking. Advocates urge a more balanced perspective that includes voices of adults benefiting from harm reduction options to effectively combat smoking-related deaths.
