Americans face disparities in exposure to tobacco on streaming platforms

Americans face disparities in exposure to tobacco on streaming platforms

First-of-its-kind study reveals viewers from minority groups, current smokers and those with lower education or income levels are more likely to encounter tobacco-related programming HOUSTON ― Tens of millions of Americans are being exposed to tobacco content on streaming services, according to new research from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. The researchers found that the odds of encountering tobacco products being advertised, marketed or promoted on these platforms increased based on race, ethnicity, […]