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Europe May 11, 2023

Portugal may start banning smoking to outdoor areas, limit tobacco sales

Portugal may soon ban outdoor smoking starting Oct. 23 in a move aimed at raising a tobacco-free generation by 2040. Portugal also plans to limit tobacco sales.

Massachusetts May 10, 2023

MA high court upholds $37M payout for woman who smoked Marlboro lights, got cancer

Massachusetts' Supreme Judicial Court ruled in favor of Patricia Walsh Greene, who was previously awarded $37 million in her suit against Marlboro parent company Philip Morris.

Australia May 2, 2023

Australia taking more steps to crack down on smoking, vaping

Australia is taking another step to crack down on smoking and vaping in the nation. The tobacco tax will be increased by billions of dollars over the next four years in Australia.

United Kingdom April 12, 2023

Britain to give cigarette smokers vapes in world’s 1st ‘swap to stop’ scheme

Britain is deploying the world’s first “swap to stop" scheme where the government will provide cigarette smokers a vape starter kit. The effort aims to reduce the country’s cigarette smokers.

HEALTH March 24, 2023

Aaron Sorkin reveals recent stroke diagnosis to inspire smokers to quit: Symptoms to know

After recently experiencing a stroke, screenwriter Aaron Sorkin of "Camelot" and other projects said he quit his longstanding smoking habit, a major risk factor for stroke and heart attack.

New Jersey March 9, 2023

In New Jersey, cancer-stricken casino dealers push for Atlantic City smoking ban

Dealers and other casino employees battling cancer are advocating for a proposed ban on smoking in Atlantic City, New Jersey's gambling establishments.

HEALTH March 6, 2023

Be well: Quit smoking (or encourage someone else to kick the habit)

Quitting smoking could extend your life by up to 10 years, along with many other health and wellness benefits. An addiction doctor offers tips for kicking the habit.

HEALTH February 28, 2023

Bisexual women may face a higher heart disease risk, new research suggests

A recent study suggests bisexual women may have poorer cardiovascular health (CVH) and a higher risk of heart disease than heterosexual females. Researchers analyzed data from 12,180 people.

California February 23, 2023

California bill would eventually ban all tobacco sales

California lawmakers will soon ban all tobacco sales for anyone who was born after Jan. 1, 2007. If signed into law it could face strong opposition from the tobacco industry.

Health February 22, 2023

Pancreatic cancer rates are rising faster among women than men: new study

A new study found that pancreatic cancer rates are rising faster among women than men; the study was published recently in the journal Gastroenterology. Here's what doctors advise.

Georgia February 15, 2023

Georgia senators advance bill to restrict vaping in public spaces

Senators in Georgia have advanced a bill that will restrict vaping in public spaces. The bill states that vaping will go under Georgia's 2005 Smokefree Air Act.