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"I want to hear whoever is representing the vaping industry what their story is, and I want to tell you ahead of time, don't you believe it," said D.C. Council member Mary Cheh, Ward 3 Democrat. "Don't you believe it!"
D.C. Council hears concerns over e-cigarette access →
"If we are to address the District's significant disparities in maternal and infant health, then we need to eliminate the barriers women face in accessing early and consistent prenatal care — and access to health insurance is critical," Ms. Cheh said. "By adding pregnancy as a qualifying life event and eliminating this health care gap, this legislation will help reduce pregnancy-related health risks and improve birth outcomes in the District."
