MarijuanaMay 15, 2024
A Citrus-Scented Cannabis Compound Reduces Anxiety for Weed Users
New research into weed reveals how a lemon-scented terpene can ease anxiety without reducing the high.
Smoking
Public HealthFebruary 14, 2024
Smoking May Compromise Immune Health, Even Years After Quitting
A new study found persistent effects of smoking on the adaptive immune system, but how this translates to health risks remains unclear
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Drug UseJuly 4, 2023
Science Reveals How to Roll the Perfect Joint
Researchers used a smoking machine to test the intensity of marijuana rolled into joints
NutritionOctober 10, 2022
New System Ranks Evidence for Health Risks of Eating Red Meat, Smoking, and More—But Critics Say It’s Overly Simplistic
Researchers developed a five-star rating system for the risks of smoking, eating unprocessed red meat and other factors. Some scientists say the findings aren’t surprising—and could be used to cast doubt on decades of health advice
CancerSeptember 6, 2022
Most People at Risk for Lung Cancer Never Get Screened: Here’s How to Fix That
U.S. lung cancer screening guidelines miss people who have never smoked, as well as many women and Black people. Expanding outreach and eligibility could help
CancerSeptember 1, 2022
Almost Half of Cancer Deaths Are Preventable
Data show that smoking, drinking alcohol and having a high body mass index are the biggest contributors to cancer worldwide
Drug UseOctober 18, 2021
Cigarette Smoke Kills Eye Cells
A new study reveals how tobacco from traditional or noncombusted cigarettes kills corneal cells
Public HealthApril 8, 2020
Are Smokers or Vapers More at Risk for COVID-19? Here’s What We know
Investigating the potential danger to those who use tobacco products or e-cigarettes calls for a look at the lungs
Public HealthAugust 1, 2016
They're Far from Harmless, but E-Cigarettes Can Get People off Tobacco
They are undoubtedly harmful but far better than tobacco products
PolicyJune 21, 2016
Colorado's Teen Marijuana Usage Dips after Legalization
Government study puts the state’s high school cannabis use below the national average
Public HealthMay 23, 2016
What's Causing E-Cigarettes' Trail of Injuries?
Device’s shape and lithium batteries can make it act “like a small rocket”
Public HealthApril 15, 2016
No Change in Tobacco Use among U.S. Youth; E-Cigarettes Preferred
The FDA is finalizing regulations that would bring e-cigarettes under its authority