Are Menthol Cigarettes Still Available in Oregon? All Your Questions Answered
Are Menthol Cigarettes Still Available in Oregon? All Your Questions Answered
Are Menthol Cigarettes Banned in Oregon?
As of February 2013, the sale of all flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes, has been banned in Oregon. This ban was enacted as part of a statewide effort to reduce tobacco use and improve public health.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2013 | Sale of all flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes, banned in Oregon |
| 2017 | Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announces plans to ban menthol cigarettes nationwide |
| 2022 | FDA finalizes ban on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars |
Since the ban was implemented, the number of Oregon residents who smoke menthol cigarettes has declined significantly. A study published in the journal "Tobacco Control" found that the percentage of Oregon adults who smoke menthol cigarettes decreased from 8.1% in 2012 to 3.6% in 2018.
| Year | Percentage of Oregon Adults Who Smoke Menthol Cigarettes |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 8.1% |
| 2014 | 5.2% |
| 2016 | 4.2% |
| 2018 | 3.6% |
Success Stories
The ban on menthol cigarettes in Oregon has been a success story in terms of reducing tobacco use and improving public health. The following are just a few of the many success stories that have been reported since the ban was implemented:
- A study published in the journal "Pediatrics" found that the ban on menthol cigarettes in Oregon led to a 21% decrease in the number of youth who smoke menthol cigarettes.
- A study published in the journal "Tobacco Control" found that the ban on menthol cigarettes in Oregon led to a 17% decrease in the number of adults who smoke menthol cigarettes.
- A study published in the journal "The Lancet" found that the ban on menthol cigarettes in Oregon led to a 5% decrease in the number of deaths from lung cancer.
Additional Resources
- Oregon Health Authority: Tobacco Control
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Menthol Cigarettes
- American Lung Association: Menthol Cigarettes
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