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WASHINGTON, May 21, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is a Statement of Matthew L. Myers President, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids: (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080918/CFTFKLOGO) It is troubling news for our nation's health that marketing expenditures for cigarettes and smokeless tobacco increased by nearly four percent to $8.82 billion in 2011, representing the first increase in overall tobacco marketing since 2003. This increase, reported today by the...

WASHINGTON, May 21, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Statement of Matthew L. Myers, President, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids: (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080918/CFTFKLOGO) It is terrific news for Minnesota's kids and health that the Legislature has voted to increase the state cigarette tax by $1.60 per pack and also increase the tax on other tobacco products. The tobacco tax increase is truly a win-win-win solution for Minnesota - a health win that will reduce...

Consumers are presented with an overabundance of electronic cigarette options online and in stores. How can you tell if you're actually getting the most for your money? TARPON SPRINGS, Fla., May 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The modern market can be overwhelming for smokers looking for a genuine e-cigarette value. Product quality, customer service and pricing are all components of a real value, here's a look at how one e-cigarette maker is cutting its customers a serious break. "To give...

With electronic cigarette sales booming in the United States, Hawaii-based retailer and manufacturer embraces creative advertising approach and celebrity talent to target audience looking for alternative to cigarette smoking HONOLULU, May 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Electronic cigarette sales have boomed here in the U.S. in recent years and many e-cigarette manufacturers are in a hurry to make an impression with a growing consumer base. In 2012, U.S. sales of e-cigs were between $300M...

Totally Wicked e liquid has filed a complaint against the Lancashire Evening Post (LEP), for inaccurate and misleading reporting found in an article published on the 3rd May 2013. BLACKBURN, England, May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Totally Wicked e liquid has filed a complaint against the Lancashire Evening Post (LEP), for inaccurate and misleading reporting found in an article published on the 3rd May 2013. They have requested a retraction of the entire article and the printing of a...

95-cent tax increase would bring in $50 million in new annual state revenue HARTFORD, Conn., May 15, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A new poll released today by a group of Connecticut public health advocates shows 70 percent of voters support a 95-cent increase in the state cigarette tax as a way to prevent kids from smoking and help address the state budget. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080918/CFTFKLOGO) Representatives from the American Cancer Society Cancer...

ATLANTA, May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading electronic cigarette company, FIN Branding Group, appointed Rick Torgalski as Vice President of Sales. Torgalski brings more than 13 years of experience to his new role with his time at Hostess Brands and The Hershey Company. At FIN, he will focus on leading, developing, and growing the national sales, distribution and promotional efforts of FIN Branding Group Before joining FIN, Torgalski served as director of convenience channels at...

The tobacco industry has been under attack for decades. The first warnings that cigarette smoking could potentially cause harm came out in the middle of last century. SHEFFIELD, England, May 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The tobacco industry has been under attack for decades. The first warnings that cigarette smoking could potentially cause harm came out in the middle of last century. As further evidence has mounted against first and secondhand smoking, bans have started to crop up...

HOUSTON, May 9, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- The electronic cigarette industry continues to grow, but consumers may be having a hard time finding ways to purchase them--especially on the internet. While CigReviews.com offers one of the largest selections of e-cigarettes, CEO Mark Wunder says that his company is prohibited to use pay-per-click advertising online by sites such as Facebook and Google. According to its advertising policy, Google "doesn't allow the promotion of tobacco...

New President Brings Extensive Domestic and International Managerial Experience to Drive Continued Growth and Product Technology Innovation to Electronic Cigarette Pioneer CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- blu eCigs, the electronic cigarette company widely known for its products' superior style and quality, is pleased to welcome Jim Raporte as its new president. With over thirty years of experience across tobacco, food and business services industries, Raporte leads blu...