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February 15, 2023

Georgia senators advance bill to restrict vaping in public spaces

Senators in Georgia have advanced a bill that will restrict vaping in public spaces. The bill states that vaping will go under Georgia's 2005 Smokefree Air Act.

February 10, 2023

Tips to keep cancer at bay in observance of National Cancer Prevention Month

As millions of Americans prepare to recognize National Cancer Prevention Month, here are some essential tips to reduce one's risk of cancer, including avoiding smoking and eating a healthy diet.

February 1, 2023

New Jersey lawmakers weigh smoking ban for Atlantic City casinos

New Jersey lawmakers are set to discuss a potential ban on smoking in Atlantic City casinos, with Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy promising to sign the bill if it passes the Legislature.

January 11, 2023

WI cigarette sales tanked by taxes, smoking bans, report finds

Cigarette sales in Wisconsin have been cut in half over the past 20 years, with a report showing that higher taxes and smoking bans were effective in discouraging purchases.

December 20, 2022

Grant Wahl's sudden death from an aortic aneurysm: What to know about the condition

After sports journalist Grant Wahl passed away recently during the World Cup from a ruptured aortic aneurysm, here's what to know about the condition, about the heart and more; experts weigh in.

December 6, 2022

U.S. cigarette companies required to display smoking risks in stores

The Department of Justice announced a court order on Tuesday that requires cigarette companies to display health risks associated with smoking, in retail stores.

November 30, 2022

NM sues a dozen tobacco companies for conspiracy, contract breach

New Mexico filed lawsuits against at least a dozen tobacco companies, claiming that the businesses are withholding annual payments due under previous lawsuit settlements.

November 10, 2022

Tobacco usage among teenagers down from 6 to 3 million since 2019

Tobacco usage has decreased among middle and high school students over the last three years. However, health officials say the current rates are still concerning.

July 22, 2022

How to quit vaping as the e-cigarette fad fires up: 6 smart steps to take

Dr. Itai Danovitch, director of psychiatry at Cedars-Sinai Hospital, and Dr. Taylor Hays, Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center director, shared the dangers of vape addiction.

June 29, 2022

Cannabis users are at greater risk for emergency and inpatient care: study

Marijuana users are more likely to be hospitalized than those who do not use marijuana according to a study published by the BMJ Open Respiratory Research.