The grocery retailer, which has stores across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey, plans to end sales of all tobacco products at all stores by August 31 as a part of the brands commitment to community wellness. Our responsibility as a grocer goes far beyond our aisles, and we are committed to taking bold steps to help our associates, customers, and communities work towards better health outcomes, said Stop & Shop President Gordon Reid
Over time, this invisible residue can continue to release pollutants back into the air and may even reduce eczema triggers caused by toxic surface residue when properly removed from indoor environments
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"This includes considering ways in which to reduce the financial burden of seeking treatment and support as well as to ensure culturally appropriate interventions are provided using a proper level of health literacy for individuals who may have lower levels of education," Matthews wrote