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‘Reclaiming the Future’: Kentuckians convene for 2026 Tobacco Control Conference

The 2026 Kentucky Tobacco Control Conference took place in Lexington on April 16, gathering public health leaders and researchers from across the state.
Brian King, Ph.D., delivered the keynote on evolving tobacco products and the need for coordinated policy and prevention strategies.
The conference honored leaders with the Everette Varney Smoke-Free Indoor Air Excellence Award and the Smoke-Free Youth Advocate of the Year Award.
Awards were presented for leadership in tobacco control across Kentucky, highlighting community impact.
Sponsors included Kentucky Health Collaborative, WellCare, and multiple health programs, reflecting broad support for tobacco control.
The event emphasized data-driven policy and community partnerships to reduce tobacco use.
The University of Kentucky described its mission to advance Kentucky through education, research and health care.
The conference highlighted the power of storytelling and partnerships to advance tobacco control.
The event reinforced Kentucky’s ongoing commitment to reducing tobacco use and protecting public health.
The conference showcased awards and leadership in tobacco control across Kentucky.

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