Some of you learned about a new tobacco product called Snus (pronounced snoose) at our Annual Grantee Conference in Newport News. It is a smokeless tobacco pouch product that is put between your cheek and gum and is different from dip or chew in that it is "spit-free". Both Philip Morris (Marlboro Snus) and RJ Reynolds (Camel Snus) are test marketing their products now. They come with flavorings such as mint, spice and vanilla. Here is a link to the Marlboro Snus fact sheethttp://www.philipmorrisusa.com/en/popup_marlboro_snus_fact_sheet.asp
The following article from the USA Today outlines the current debate about harm reduction within the public health community. Be sure to read on....
http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2007-08-06-snus_N.htm
Even in the field of tobacco use prevention, the old adage holds true "Change is the only constant!"
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Snus is not a new product, it has been for sale in Sweden for centuries. You can read more and order online world wide from BuySnus.com
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