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Are E-Cigarettes Becoming A Victim Of Friendly Fire Or Vicious Assault From Special Interest Groups?

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Are E-Cigarettes Becoming A Victim Of Friendly Fire Or Vicious Assault From Special Interest Groups?

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May 16, 2009 E-cigarettes came under criticism on The Today Show recently, but with prominent politicians and one of the Pharma 40 on the board of directors, is the heart of the American Legacy Foundation really in the right place? GAINESVILLE, FL, May 16, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ — While e-cigarettes have no known carcinogens and offer the benefit of no secondhand or sidestream smoke, some say that the products have been falling victim to friendly fire in the media. While the e-cigarette manufacturers and retailers believe they are on the same side of health organizations who want people to stop using tobacco, some anti-smoking campaigns are hostile to the idea. Cheryl Healton, President and CEO of the American Legacy Foundation, is concerned that the product could be used to slow down the quitting process. The American Legacy Foundation states on its website: “We have seen no studies regarding whether e-cigarettes actually help smokers quit or, instead, delay cessation attempts by pr

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