Menthol cigarette ban lights up detractors
Monday, June 3rd • Segment
For decades, there’s been a push to ban menthol cigarettes, which are often marketed to Black communities. Menthols can make smoking feel less harsh and more appealing, especially to new smokers. The Biden administration considered the ban, but is now delaying a decision. STAT news health reporter Nicholas Florko explains why that delay may now be indefinite.