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Many tobacco users think that premium cigars are less harmful simply because of their name. However, the category of "premium cigars" was created by #BigTobacco as a marketing ploy to sell more cigars: https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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According to the National Youth Tobacco Survey, Black youth use cigars, including cigarillos and little cigars, at higher rates than white or Latinx youth. This is due to higher rates of advertising of these products in African American neighborhoods: https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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One cigar can contain as much tobacco as an entire pack of cigarettes! That’s why cigar smoking is associated with a higher risk of oral, esophageal, laryngeal, and lung cancer.
Learn more from Truth About Cigars fact sheet by @truthinitiative : https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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Cigarillos and little cigars are slimmer versions of large cigars. These products are sold in a variety of flavors and in single packs, making them more affordable and appealing to youth in certain neighborhoods: https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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Did you know that cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, & other types of tobacco can cause oral cancer, gum disease, tooth decay, and other health issues? Get support to help you quit for good! Call 1-800-300-8086 (English) or 1-800-600-8191 (Spanish) to make a plan with @kickitca.


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Any type of tobacco, including smokeless tobacco, can significantly increase your risk for gum disease. Gum disease is a serious oral health concern that can lead to tooth loss. Need help quitting chew? Call @kickitca: ☎️ 1-800-300-8086 (English) or 1-800-600-8191 (Spanish)


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Tobacco use can lead to tooth decay. When left untreated, tooth decay can lead to tooth loss. According to the CDC, untreated tooth decay is higher in people who smoke cigarettes. Make a plan to quit cigarettes for good with support from @kickitca: Text “Quit Smoking” to 66819.


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All tobacco use, including cigar use, can cause oral cancer. Oral cancer risk is 35% lower for people who have quit tobacco for 1-4 years, compared to current users. Start your quit journey with @kickitca: http://kickitca.org/chat

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Many tobacco users think that premium cigars are less harmful simply because of their name. However, the category of "premium cigars" was created by #BigTobacco as a marketing ploy to sell more cigars. All cigar smoke contains higher levels of harmful contaminants than cigarette smoke.
Learn more from Truth Initiative:
https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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According to the National Youth Tobacco Survey, Black youth use cigars, including cigarillos and little cigars, at higher rates than white or Latinx youth. This is due to higher rates of advertising of these products in African American neighborhoods.
Learn more from Truth Initiative:
https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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One cigar can contain as much tobacco as an entire pack of cigarettes! That’s why cigar smoking is associated with a higher risk of oral, esophageal, laryngeal, and lung cancer. People who smoke cigars are at an increased risk for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease than people who do not smoke.
Learn more from Truth Initiative:
https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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Cigarillos and little cigars are slimmer versions of large cigars. These products are sold in a variety of flavors and in single packs, making them more affordable and appealing to youth. These products, however, are just as harmful as regular cigarettes.
Learn more from Truth Initiative:
https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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Did you know that cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, & other types of tobacco can cause oral cancer, gum disease, tooth decay, and other health issues? Get support to help you quit for good! Call 1-800-300-8086 (English) or 1-800-600-8191 (Spanish) to make a plan with @kickitca.


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Any type of tobacco, including smokeless tobacco, can significantly increase your risk for gum disease. Gum disease is a serious oral health concern that can lead to tooth loss. Need help quitting chew? Call @kickitca: ☎️ 1-800-300-8086 (English) or 1-800-600-8191 (Spanish)


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Tobacco use can lead to tooth decay. When left untreated, tooth decay can lead to tooth loss. According to the CDC, untreated tooth decay is higher in people who smoke cigarettes. Make a plan to quit cigarettes for good with support from @kickitca: Text “Quit Smoking” to 66819.


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All tobacco use, including cigar use, can cause oral cancer. Oral cancer risk is 35% lower for people who have quit tobacco for 1-4 years, compared to current users. Start your quit journey with @kickitca: http://kickitca.org/chat

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Many tobacco users think that premium cigars are less harmful simply because of their name. However, the category of "premium cigars" was created by #BigTobacco as a marketing ploy to sell more cigars. All cigar smoke contains higher levels of harmful contaminants than cigarette smoke.
Learn more from Truth Initiative:
https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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According to the National Youth Tobacco Survey, Black youth use cigars, including cigarillos and little cigars, at higher rates than white or Latinx youth. This is due to higher rates of advertising of these products in African American neighborhoods.
Learn more from Truth Initiative:
https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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One cigar can contain as much tobacco as an entire pack of cigarettes! That’s why cigar smoking is associated with a higher risk of oral, esophageal, laryngeal, and lung cancer. People who smoke cigars are at an increased risk for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease than people who do not smoke.
Learn more from Truth Initiative:
https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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Cigarillos and little cigars are slimmer versions of large cigars. These products are sold in a variety of flavors and in single packs, making them more affordable and appealing to youth. These products, however, are just as harmful as regular cigarettes.
Learn more from Truth Initiative:
https://truthinitiative.org/sites/default/files/media/files/2022/07/Truth_Cigar_FactSheet_0722_FINAL.pdf


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Did you know that cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and other types of tobacco can cause oral cancer, gum disease, tooth decay, and other health issues? Get support to help you quit for good! Call 1-800-300-8086 (English) or 1-800-600-8191 (Spanish) to make a plan with @kickitca today.


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Any type of tobacco, including smokeless tobacco, can significantly increase your risk for gum disease. Gum disease is a serious oral health concern that can lead to tooth loss. Need help quitting chew? Call @kickitca to make a plan: ☎️ 1-800-300-8086


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Tobacco use can lead to tooth decay. When left untreated, tooth decay can lead to tooth loss. According to the CDC, untreated tooth decay is higher in people who smoke cigarettes. Make a plan to quit cigarettes for good with support from @kickitca: Text “Quit Smoking” to 66819 or have a live virtual chat by visiting http://kickitca.org/chat


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All tobacco use, including cigar use, can cause oral cancer. One symptom of oral cancer is white lesions on & underneath the tongue. Oral cancer risk is 35% lower for people who have quit tobacco for 1-4 years, compared to current users. Start your quit journey with @kickitca: http://kickitca.org/chat