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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
December 14, 2023 Union protesters blow cigarette smoke at NJ lawmakers as Atlantic City smoking ban remains in limbo United Auto Workers members disrupted a New Jersey Assembly committee meeting Thursday after a preliminary vote on an Atlantic City smoking ban was canceled.
November 30, 2023 Casino workers seethe as smoking ban bill is delayed yet again in New Jersey Legislature Casino workers are irate about inaction on a bill to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos, which counts on legislative support, but has been repeatedly stymied.
November 29, 2023 AI model could help predict lung cancer risks in non-smokers, study finds: ‘Significant advancement’ Among the latest artificial intelligence innovations for health care, a routine chest X-ray could help identify non-smokers who are at a high risk for lung cancer, new research indicates.
November 28, 2023 France to impose complete smoking ban at beaches, other public properties The French government is reportedly set to ban smoking on all beaches, as well as in public parks, forests, and other state-run locales.
November 24, 2023 Team Biden's war on cigarettes will only end in tears The Biden administration wants to wage a war on cigarettes. Their plan is to bring back prohibition only this time they won't be focusing on alcohol.