Melissa in the Morning: Curbing Youth Tobacco Use

WICC The Voice of Connecticut · Oct 22, 2026 · 14m

Philip Morris International, headquartered in downtown Stamford, employs 500 people and focuses on smoke-free alternatives for adults who smoke. PMI also supports efforts to prevent youth access to tobacco and nicotine. The FDA’s 2025 survey found youth nicotine pouch use remains low, at 1.7 percent. In Connecticut, continued vigilance matters: strict ID checks, responsible retailing, and enforcement are essential to keeping nicotine products out of the hands of anyone under 21. We spoke with Lauren Millar Vlasic, Head of Underage Prevention Engagement & Policy at Philip Morris International…