The nicotine in cigarettes is indeed a public health problem.

The industry says it would lead to a black market in cigarettes and force manufacturers into bankruptcy.

"I think the photograph that stands out the most to many people, and to me, is of a chair covered in cigarettes."

They worry that legislation too tough on the industry would lead to a black market in cigarettes.

She said most women who smoke do not go out in public to buy cigarettes.

It would also prevent any future efforts to control nicotine levels in cigarettes.

Beyond energy, there were scattered price increases, in cigarettes, for example, and hospital rates.

It does not limit the use of the other 2 000 or so chemicals used in cigarettes.

This is the only way we can combat trafficking in cigarettes.

Enough to keep me in cigarettes for the rest of my life.