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Youth orgs sign manifesto urging stronger tobacco control
Over 79 youth organizations launched a manifesto titled "TobaccOFF NOW!", urging the government to implement stronger tobacco control measures.
The manifesto denounces "tobacco industry interference" and aims to influence lawmakers to craft policies safeguarding the youth from harmful nicotine products.
Campaign lead Vonn Vincent Tanchuan stated the launch is the beginning of a larger fight by young people against tobacco industry interference.
Signatories include organizations and student councils from various universities across the Philippines.
The manifesto highlights an alarming rise of a new generation hooked on traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes/vapes, and other nicotine-based products.
One in seven Filipino youth have tried e-cigarettes/vapes at least once, according to the manifesto.
The youth are demanding accountability from those involved in the tobacco industry and urging the government to raise the minimum age for nicotine product consumption, ban e-cigarette flavors, and remove appealing packaging designs.
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