In an effort to recoup some of the revenue lost to Nevadans purchasing fewer tobacco products, the Nevada Tobacco Control & Smoke-free Coalition has told lawmakers that hiking the tax would, ostensibly, generate more revenue while simultaneously pushing even more Nevadans to kick the habit a win-win for public policy
Roll-your-own and smokeless tobacco are taxed at 55 cents per ounce on all fractional parts of an ounce.6,7 Clean indoor air ordinances Smoking is prohibited in government workplaces, private workplaces, schools, childcare facilities, retail stores and recreational/cultural facilities.6,7 Smoking restrictions are required in restaurants and casinos/gaming establishments (tribal establishments are exempt).6,7 There are no smoking restrictions for bars.6,7 E-cigarettes are prohibited in schools, on school vehicles and on school property owned or leased or under the control of a school district.9 Licensing laws Retailers and wholesalers are required to obtain a license to sell tobacco products.6 Retailers and wholesalers are required to obtain a license to sell e-cigarette products.9 Youth access laws In December 2019, the United States adopted a law raising the federal minimum age of sale of all tobacco products to 21, effective immediately
If your patients are willing to have a Quitline tobacco cessation coach call them to discuss quit strategies and help them with a quit plan, have them fill out the Minnesota Tobacco Quitlines Fax Form (forms should be ordered in advance here)
Smoking also results in skin discolouration, with dull tone and deeper lines and wrinkles
Both the smoke and the charcoal used in hookahs are toxic, affecting both smokers and bystanders
