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

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.

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

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.

Union protesters blow cigarette smoke at NJ lawmakers as Atlantic City smoking ban remains in limbo

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.

Casino workers seethe as smoking ban bill is delayed yet again in New Jersey Legislature

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.

AI model could help predict lung cancer risks in non-smokers, study finds: ‘Significant advancement’

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.

France to impose complete smoking ban at beaches, other public properties

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.

Team Biden's war on cigarettes will only end in tears

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.

Should you be screened for lung cancer based on new guidelines for high-risk patients?

November 2, 2023

Should you be screened for lung cancer based on new guidelines for high-risk patients?

The American Cancer Society (ACS) has announced new guidelines for lung cancer screenings. Find out if you're part of the high-risk group that should get screened each year.

UK proposes gradual increase in legal smoking age to phase out youth smoking

October 4, 2023

UK proposes gradual increase in legal smoking age to phase out youth smoking

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has proposed a gradual increase in the legal age to purchase cigarettes in England by one year annually until it becomes illegal for the entire population.

Market for vaping is ‘exploding’ among people as young as 13 years-old: Dr. Qanta Ahmed

September 17, 2023

Market for vaping is ‘exploding’ among people as young as 13 years-old: Dr. Qanta Ahmed

Pulmonologist Dr. Qanta Ahmed joined ‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ to provide professional analysis of the Florida teenager who was diagnosed with a collapsed lung.