Treasury is billing the increase as a health measure, saying the World Health Organisation recommends a tax rate of 70% of the price of a cigarette, but the revenue gain is significant
The criteria, as defined by DSM-III (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Revision III), include persistent, unsuccessful attempts to quit or control smoking, continued use despite smoking-related problems, and smoking to reduce withdrawal symptoms
Adolescence, especially between ages 13 and 18, is the period when cannabis use poses the highest risks
Retailers can sign up to the Philip Morris retailer menthol hub for the opportunity to stock the kits and get the latest information on the companys buy-back scheme for any menthol cigarette stock left over after the ban
Understanding these factors is essential, especially for medical marijuana users seeking to manage their treatment effectively while navigating legal and workplace regulations
