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U.K. Politics April 16, 2024

UK lawmakers to vote on bill that would outlaw tobacco sale, create 'first smoke-free generation'

United Kingdom lawmakers will debate and vote on a bill that would phase out the legal sale of tobacco entirely by raising the age of sale by one year each year.

HEART HEALTH March 25, 2024

Daily marijuana smokers face higher risk of heart attack, stroke, says American Heart Association study

A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that daily weed smoking could cause complications in heart health. Study authors and heart health experts discuss.

West Virginia March 22, 2024

Smoking with kids in car now illegal under West Virginia law

West Virginia on Friday became the 12th state in the country to ban smoking in vehicles with children present, under a bill approved by Republican Gov. Jim Justice.

New Zealand March 20, 2024

New Zealand to ban disposable e-cigarettes amid surge in youth vaping

New Zealand said it will ban disposable e-cigarettes, or vapes, shortly after repealing a law imposing a lifetime ban on young people buying cigarettes.

New Zealand February 28, 2024

New Zealand officials appeal world-first tobacco ban

Tobacco banning rules were appealed in New Zealand after officials said the law to lessen tobacco accessibility and discourage usage should be approached differently.

West Virginia February 12, 2024

West Virginia lawmakers push to ban smoking in cars with children

The West Virginia state Senate on Monday passed a bill that would fine anyone caught with a lit tobacco product while accompanying someone under 16 inside a vehicle.

HEALTH February 11, 2024

Want to stop smoking for good? CDC launches new campaign with free resources to quit

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched the 2024 version of its federally funded national tobacco education campaign to help more people quit smoking.

HEALTH February 1, 2024

Marijuana use linked to increased asthma risk in youth, says study: ‘Worrisome' health implications

A new study published in the journal Preventive Medicine found that in states where marijuana is legal, the share of teens with asthma is slightly higher than in states where it remains illegal.

New Jersey January 30, 2024

Atlantic City casino smoking ban advances in New Jersey Legislature

Legislation that would prohibit smoking on casino floors in Atlantic City, New Jersey, cleared the state Senate's health committee on Monday.

United Kingdom January 29, 2024

UK to ban disposable vapes, restrict flavored e-cigarettes 'specifically marketed' to kids: 'We must act'

U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said his government will carry out several actions to curb nicotine use, including the ban of disposable vapes.

HEALTH January 2, 2024

Smoking shrinks the brain and drives up Alzheimer’s risk, new study finds

Smoking is notorious for causing damage to the lungs, but recent research confirmed that it’s also harmful to the brain. We explore a new study and gather expert input.