We do not want minors to use any PMI product and we do not market to minors. The companys site also says that it assesses flavors before putting them on the market to minimize the risk of adverse consequences, including appealing to youth and other unintended audiences. Similarly, London-based British American Tobacco, whose brands include Lucky Strike, Pall Mall and Kent, says on a web page labeled Ethics and Integrity that the companys marketing is aimed only at adult consumers and is not designed to engage or appeal to children. We are clear that our tobacco and nicotine products are for adults only and should never be used by those who are underage, a spokesman for British American Tobacco said in an emailed statement
Decisionmakers at all levels, including entertainment executives and leaders of streaming platforms and broadcast networks, showrunners, directors, writers, actors, and music artists, have a role to play to help protect young people from a lifetime of addiction
This often includes a combination of behavioral therapy and medications to reduce the risk of overdose, relapse and cravings
It's crucial to remember that quitting smoking is a journey and may require ongoing support