A5058113346- Smoking Behavior and Cessation
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
- Behavioral Health and Interventions
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Media Studies and Communication
- Air Quality and Health Impacts
- LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
- Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research
- Survey Methodology and Nonresponse
- Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors Study
- Family Support in Illness
- Biochemical Analysis and Sensing Techniques
- Cancer survivorship and care
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
- Childhood Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life
- Indoor Air Quality and Microbial Exposure
- Marketing and Advertising Strategies
- Social Media and Politics
- Health Policy Implementation Science
- Livestock Farming and Management
- Technology and Data Analysis
- Names, Identity, and Discrimination Research
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
2016-2025
Rutgers Health
2021-2024
Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
2019-2024
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
2022-2024
Greenville College
2024
Rutgers Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
2022
Johnson University
2022
Brunswick (United States)
2022
Georgetown University
2002-2005
Georgetown University Medical Center
2002-2005
<h3>Background</h3> While cigarette consumption in the USA continues to decline, promotion for and of smokeless tobacco (SLT) is growing. However, little research has explored what product features are driving SLT growth, despite awareness that product-level factors may be important use. This study analyses national sales data better understand impact on sales. <h3>Methods</h3> Data US convenience stores from 2005 2011 were obtained Nielsen Research Company. Each listed was coded attributes...
Under pressure from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), JUUL Labs suspended sale of cucumber, creme, fruit mango flavoured pods in brick mortar retail stores November 2018 as part company’s plan to prevent youth e-cigarette use. Subsequently, mint flavour surged popularity, against a backdrop continued increases prevalence.1 In October 2019, halted sales most their pods, including mint, online, with exception menthol tobacco. Other companies quickly capitalised on these actions...
An abundance of evidence suggests that the tobacco industry9s response to increased regulation imposed on cigarettes has been development little cigars and filtered which are products merely in disguise. Emphasising these products9 physical attributes, industry offered cigar its consumers as pseudo-cigarettes. For decades, manufacturers9 cigarette taxation exploit policy loopholes by offering pseudo-cigarettes exempted from this regulatory oversight. As a result, spite regulations taxes...
The smokeless tobacco (SLT) industry in the U.S. continues to transform with novel products amid an evolving regulatory environment. We report SLT sales trends by analyzing retail market scanner data from 2011 through 2019.National were obtained Nielsen's Convenience Track System for January December 2019. UPC codes used classify attributes including type, parent company, brand, form, and flavor. Market share was calculated as percentage of total unit sales. Detailed product analysis...
Tobacco-free nicotine pouches are one of the fastest growing tobacco product categories in US market. However, data on awareness, appeal or ever use these products USA limited.
The effectiveness of support group interventions for cancer patients has been established among White but virtually unstudied minority patients. current study represents the 1st randomized intervention targeted to African American women with breast cancer. Participants (N = 73) nonmetastatic were randomly assigned an 8-week or assessment-only control condition At 12 months, resulted in improved mood as well general and cancer-specific psychological functioning greater baseline distress lower...
Present-day consumption of little cigars rivals that the early 1970s when sales boomed. This boom was largely attributed to RJ Reynolds, and documents reveal how why they became a powerful force in cigar sales. Reynolds designed cigar, Winchesters, for cigarette smokers produced one as close legally possible. Initially, intended capitalize on advertising broadcast ban, but price tax structure more critical Winchester's success. Today, tobacco industry is fighting again sustain its unique...
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Abstract Introduction Accurate measurement is critical for understanding the population health impact of nicotine pouches, yet precise, standardized measures pouch use are lacking, possibly driving disparate prevalence estimates across studies. We implemented a split sample survey experiment to assess including product image when asking about pouches. Methods randomized an online US adults ages 18–45 (N=2,130) recruited through February 2023 wave Rutgers Omnibus Study view either text-only...
This cross-sectional study examines compliance with Tobacco 21 laws in New Jersey between 2019 and 2022.
Physicians are rated the most trustworthy source of information for smokers and thus play an increasing role in disseminating on e-cigarettes to patients. Therefore, it is important understand what currently being communicated about between physicians This study explored knowledge, beliefs, communication, recommendation among various specialties. Semi-structured interviews were conducted early 2016 with 35 across five different Interviews transcribed coded following deductive themes: (1)...
<h3>Importance</h3> Use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) is high among adolescents, but the extent to which JUUL e-cigarette brand accounts for prevalence has not been explored using population-based surveys. <h3>Objective</h3> To examine and use adolescents in New Jersey. <h3>Design, Setting, Participants</h3> Survey study data from 2018 Jersey Youth Tobacco Survey, a cross-sectional statewide representative survey tobacco use. The was school based sampled students grades 9 12....
<h3>Background</h3> Following the passage of Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act in 2009, flavoured cigarettes, including clove were banned based on rationale that such cigarettes appealed to youth. However, ban characterising flavours was not extended cigars. <h3>Methods</h3> This study reviewed industry documents from Kretek International, parent company behind Djarum cigars, document changes their marketing production strategies following flavour cigarettes. To assess sales...
<h3>Importance</h3> Physicians play a primary role in patient smoking cessation, yet their communication regarding e-cigarettes is not well understood. <h3>Objective</h3> To assess physician-patient e-cigarettes. <h3>Design, Setting, and Participants</h3> A national cross-sectional survey 2018 2019 was conducted. Participants were invited by mail; surveys completed online. Respondents 2058 board-certified physicians from family medicine, internal obstetrics gynecology, cardiology, pulmonary,...
Nicotine pouches and lozenges are increasingly available in the United States, sales growing. The brands of nicotine pouch products with largest market share produced by tobacco companies.
Background Oral nicotine products (ONPs) are increasing in sales, availability and flavours. In April 2022, the US Food Drug Administration (FDA) obtained regulatory authority over non-tobacco products, which include many ONPs. Advertising practices for ONPs need monitoring to understand marketing strategies inform FDA authorisation decisions. Methods ONP advertisement (ad) expenditure data (January 2016–June 2023) were purchased (print, TV, radio, online video, display mobile; N=125 236)...
Although Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) provisions have led to significant changes in tobacco marketing, expenditures and emphasis on marketing strategies populations not bound by the MSA increased significantly. This article discusses industry direct practices, including mail, coupons, sweepstakes, brand loyalty programs, event sponsorship, magazines, implications of such strategies. An analysis a survey New Jersey adult smokers provides context documents notable rates participation. In...
Among a sample of African American women recently diagnosed with breast cancer, we assessed the consequences different treatment regimens on sexual attractiveness concerns, and impact concerns current subsequent psychological adjustment.The included 91 cancer; 90% had Stage I or II disease, 48% chemotherapy, 47% lumpectomy, 53% received mastectomy. Feelings adjustment were an average 3 months following surgery again 4 post-baseline.Regression analyses revealed that chemotherapy was...
Tobacco-free nicotine pouches are a new class of smokeless tobacco products that experienced precipitous sales1 increases since their national US market entry in 2016.2 Between 2016 and 2019, annual unit sales increased from approximately 100 000 to over 46 million. The contain powdered mix nicotine, flavouring, sweeteners binders; used manner similar snus (ie, placed between the lip gum) sold variety strengths flavours. These marketed as containing ‘tobacco-derived’ or ‘tobacco-free’ salts...
Abstract Background Prior work established a measure of tobacco dependence (TD) among adults that can be used to compare TD across different products. We extend this approach develop common, cross-product metric for youth. Methods One thousand one hundred and forty-eight youth aged 12–17 who product in the past 30 days were identified from 13 651 respondents Wave 1 Population Assessment Tobacco Health (PATH) Study. Findings Analyses confirmed single primary latent construct underlying...