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Tobacco's impact and state efforts against smoking
USA TODAY analyzes data to rate states on smoking impact and anti tobacco aggressiveness. Kentucky and West Virginia show high impact with limited funds while California and Connecticut stand out for strong bans and campaigns. Experts say higher prices and targeted outreach are needed to curb youth smoking.
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Rahul Gupta
West Virginia
Bureau of Public Health
Tobacco
David Howard
Reynolds American Services
Michael Cooper
Louisville
Cooper
Kentucky
USA Today
CDC For Tobacco Control
Stephanie Mayfield
Kentucky Department For Public Health
CDC
Steve Beshear
Mayfield
Connecticut
William Gerrish
State Health Department
California
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