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Secondhand smoke continues to vex children with asthma
May 2, 2012 – Most asthmatic youths are exposed to tobacco smoke and suffer array of health problems BOSTON – Despite longstanding recommendations for children with asthma to avoid tobacco smoke, many youths are still exposed to secondhand smoke and…
Read MoreMany Apartment Dwellers Complain of Smelling Secondhand Smoke From Neighbors
April 30, 2012 – Almost half of apartment residents say they can smell secondhand smoke from their neighbors in their own homes, a new survey suggests. Nearly one-third of people living in apartments say they can smell secondhand smoke in…
Read MoreTobacco Companies Must Report Levels of Dangerous Chemicals in Products
April 2, 2012 – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says tobacco companies will have to report levels of 20 dangerous chemicals found in its products. The chemicals have been associated with cancer, lung disease and other health problems, the…
Read More2012 Surgeon General’s Report—Preventing Tobacco Use Among Youth and Young Adults
March 8, 2012 – Just released… the 31st tobacco-related Surgeon General’s report issued since 1964. It describes the epidemic of tobacco use among youth ages 12 through 17 and young adults ages 18 through 25, including the epidemiology, causes, and…
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