The negative effects of tobacco usage on health have been well studied, and the Center has published several briefs on the topic as it relates to Mississippi. Both of our projects in this area focused on both the disease impact of smoking but also the economic impact of treating smoking.… Read more...
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Mississippi Medicaid Costs Attributable to Tobacco
The negative effects of tobacco usage on health have been well studied, and there is a growing body of evidence documenting the increased risk for specific diseases associated with tobacco use. This higher risk calculates into greater health care costs for treating these diseases, much of which is paid by public programs such as Medicare and Medicaid. The Center for Mississippi Health Policy commissioned researchers with The Hilltop Institute at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County to review Mississippi Medicaid … Read more...
Secondhand Smoke: Impact on Health and Economy
As state and local policymakers debate proposed laws and ordinances to reduce public exposure to secondhand smoke, many people have questions about the risks associated with secondhand smoke and the potential impact that smoke-free policies may have on the business community.
The Center for Mississippi Health Policy reviewed the scientific literature on the subject and prepared an issue brief summarizing the research, with a particular emphasis on data specific to Mississippi.
Key Findings
Considerable research evidence exists documenting the negative … Read more...