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Public health
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 hours ago

Smoke-Free Bar Patios: A Matter of Simple Common Sense - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco and California have implemented comprehensive smoke-free laws to protect public health from the harms of secondhand smoke.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 hours ago

San Francisco lawmakers push to bring back 'dog court' amid rise in canine bites

Dog bites in San Francisco increased significantly, prompting local leaders to seek accountability through the reinstatement of a 'dog court'.
Poker
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 hours ago

America's online gambling addiction is driving young people to bankruptcy court

Online sports betting is leading to significant financial distress among Gen Z and young millennials, resulting in increased bankruptcy filings.
NYC parents
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'My baby scratches and scratches': Families say their homes are making their children sick

Over 135,000 families in England live in temporary housing, facing overcrowding and poor living conditions.
#uk-tobacco-law
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

UK moves to ban smoking for everyone born after 2008

A new UK law will prevent anyone born after January 1, 2009, from ever buying cigarettes or tobacco products.
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

UK moves to ban smoking for everyone born after 2008

A new UK law will prevent anyone born after January 1, 2009, from ever buying cigarettes or tobacco products.
#cannabis
fromBoston.com
3 days ago
Cannabis

Healey just signed a major overhaul to the state's Cannabis Control Commission. Here's what to know.

Cannabis
fromFast Company
4 days ago

'People get very giggly': The rise of getting stoned with your coworkers

Cannabis use is growing in the U.S., influencing corporate culture and holiday parties, especially in states where it is legal.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago
Cannabis

Healey just signed a major overhaul to the state's Cannabis Control Commission. Here's what to know.

Cannabis
fromFast Company
4 days ago

'People get very giggly': The rise of getting stoned with your coworkers

Cannabis use is growing in the U.S., influencing corporate culture and holiday parties, especially in states where it is legal.
Exercise
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Contributor: Regulate the 'Enhanced Games' as a medical experiment and a marketing stunt

The Enhanced Games promotes performance-enhancing drug use in sports, requiring athletes to enhance their abilities chemically.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Father of teen who died after allergic reaction in London restaurant slams government for failing to change law

Owen Carey died after eating dairy at a Byron burger restaurant, where he had informed staff about his allergies but was unaware of the buttermilk in his meal. He collapsed shortly after eating and was pronounced dead later that day.
London food
fromwww.npr.org
21 hours ago

Trump administration eases rules on some marijuana categories. Here's what to know

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the rescheduling of marijuana 'allows for research on the safety and efficacy of this substance, ultimately providing patients with better care and doctors with more reliable information.' This marks a significant shift in the federal approach to medical marijuana.
US news
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

New York wants to tax empty second homes. Here's what happened in cities that tried it.

Mayor Mamdani proposes a tax on multimillion-dollar pieds-a-terre owned by non-residents to raise revenue for New York City.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Attorneys raise questions over NYC Council bills that would limit children's social media usage to 1 hour daily | amNewYork

Proposed bills to limit social media use for minors face criticism for potential civil rights violations and First Amendment concerns.
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

How California's Kids Are Taking On Big Oil

At his home in Pasadena, high schooler Atticus Jackson frantically shoved his belongings into his car as the sky turned a deep orange. A few hundred feet away, the fire climbed up the mountain and a cloud of red and gray smoke obscured the view.
Fundraising
#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
SF politics

SF Supe Pushes to Ban Smoking on Bar Patios, as Most Bay Area Cities Have Already Done

SF politics
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

S.F. supe Matt Dorsey says he'd have deserved being evicted for drug-use, as his legislation now proposes

New legislation in San Francisco aims to allow eviction from supportive housing solely for drug use, addressing high overdose rates in these facilities.
Public health
from48 hills
4 days ago

SF backs away from harm reduction and Housing First - 48 hills

San Francisco's approach to drug use and homelessness has sparked debate over the effectiveness of forceful intervention versus harm reduction strategies.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Mayor Lurie moves S.F. homeless street-outreach teams to health department

San Francisco is shifting street-outreach teams to the Department of Public Health to better address homelessness and addiction through health care.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

SF Supe Pushes to Ban Smoking on Bar Patios, as Most Bay Area Cities Have Already Done

San Francisco may ban smoking on outdoor bar and tavern patios, aligning with California law and addressing public health concerns.
Portland food
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Puff, puff... past: S.F. supervisor proposes ban on smoking in outdoor patios

San Francisco may ban smoking on outdoor bar patios to align with state law and improve air quality.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Meet the District 2 candidates: Should more drug users be arrested?

San Francisco's approach to drug use includes arrests, but many users cycle in and out of jail without receiving treatment.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

S.F. supe Matt Dorsey says he'd have deserved being evicted for drug-use, as his legislation now proposes

New legislation in San Francisco aims to allow eviction from supportive housing solely for drug use, addressing high overdose rates in these facilities.
Public health
from48 hills
4 days ago

SF backs away from harm reduction and Housing First - 48 hills

San Francisco's approach to drug use and homelessness has sparked debate over the effectiveness of forceful intervention versus harm reduction strategies.
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | Why NYC's New Health Plan Is Failing Its Workforce | amNewYork

New York City's transition to a new health plan has disrupted access to care for many municipal employees and retirees.
Beer
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Going dry: What does the nationwide reduction in drinking mean for NYC bars? | amNewYork

Alcohol consumption in the US, including NYC, is declining, with more people opting for non-alcoholic beverages.
Brooklyn
fromPolitics NY
3 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with NYS Gaming Commission's Division of Gaming Director Thomas Fattorusso

The New York State Gaming Commission oversees a billion-dollar industry that benefits public education and local governments.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
4 days ago

Non Profits, City Officials Put Pressure On Lawmakers To OK Gov. Hochul's 'Stop Super Speeders' Effort - Streetsblog Empire State

Community organizations in The Bronx advocate for the 'Stop Super Speeders Act' to enhance public safety through speed-limiting devices for reckless drivers.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Critter cruelty: Animal abusers be listed on publicly accessible registry under new NYC Council bill

The registry, Ariola said, would go a long way toward protecting New York's animals by allowing rescues and other agencies to quickly search the names of potential adoption applicants, and prevent any sale or adoption by people who are known to cause harm to animals.
Pets
NYC food
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Six seriously chill ways to celebrate 4/20 in New York City

4/20 celebrations in NYC feature various cannabis-themed events across the city, including yoga, free pizza, and street festivals.
NYC parents
fromWIRED
5 hours ago

The Federal Agency Coming for Gender-Affirming Care

The FTC is targeting transgender rights by framing gender-affirming care for minors as a consumer-protection issue.
#marijuana
#california
Privacy professionals
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Trump wants trans health records, but California is trying to stop him - LGBTQ Nation

California Assembly passed a bill to protect patient privacy against out-of-state subpoenas for medical records related to gender-affirming and reproductive care.
Public health
fromKOMO
1 day ago

California moves toward banning 'predatory' social media for kids under 16

California is advancing a bill to ban social media accounts for children under 16 to combat addiction and mental health issues.
Privacy professionals
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Trump wants trans health records, but California is trying to stop him - LGBTQ Nation

California Assembly passed a bill to protect patient privacy against out-of-state subpoenas for medical records related to gender-affirming and reproductive care.
Public health
fromKOMO
1 day ago

California moves toward banning 'predatory' social media for kids under 16

California is advancing a bill to ban social media accounts for children under 16 to combat addiction and mental health issues.
#tobacco-control
Europe politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

EU must take bold tobacco control stand amid industry's latest influence campaign

European NGOs warn of tobacco industry influence on EU tobacco tax policy, urging stronger regulation to combat illicit trade.
Public health
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

UK passes ban on cigarette purchases for anyone born after 2008

Parliament passed a bill banning cigarette sales to future generations, marking a significant step towards a smoke-free U.K.
Europe politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

EU must take bold tobacco control stand amid industry's latest influence campaign

European NGOs warn of tobacco industry influence on EU tobacco tax policy, urging stronger regulation to combat illicit trade.
Public health
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

UK passes ban on cigarette purchases for anyone born after 2008

Parliament passed a bill banning cigarette sales to future generations, marking a significant step towards a smoke-free U.K.
Healthcare
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Opinion: Medicaid-Funded Care Saves and Rebuilds Lives

Medicaid reductions threaten access to essential health care for those living with or at risk for HIV, impacting thousands of individuals.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
6 days ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

CA marijuana industry facing challenges as 420 comes and goes

The legal market in California, despite being 10 years legal, is still less than 40% of the cannabis consumed in this state so we are still fighting every day against folks that are unregulated, they're untaxed, and we don't know the safety of their products.
Cannabis
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Will Philip Morris International Overcome FDA Worries About Nicotine Pouch Use?

FDA scrutiny may impact ZYN's growth momentum as it gains global traction.
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Will a new state law put teeth into S.F. supe Dorsey's plan to fund only drug-free homeless housing?

Matt Dorsey aims to create drug-free supportive housing for people in recovery, reflecting his sincere commitment to addressing addiction issues.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 day ago

A smoking ban for people born after 2008 may be on the cusp of becoming law in the U.K. Here's what to know

The U.K. government aims to create a smoke-free generation by gradually ending the sale of tobacco products across the country and breaking the cycle of addiction and disadvantage.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UK bill bans anyone born after 2008 from ever buying tobacco

This reform will save lives, ease pressure on the NHS, and build a healthier Britain. Children in the UK will be part of the first smoke-free generation, protected from a lifetime of addiction and harm.
Public health
#gambling-reform
UK politics
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

Australia gambling reform delay sparks youth harm fears

Public health advocates demand urgent government action on gambling reform to protect young Australians from harm and advertising exposure.
UK politics
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

Australia gambling reform delay sparks youth harm fears

Public health advocates demand urgent government action on gambling reform to protect young Australians from harm and advertising exposure.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

US gambling addiction is out of control' as betting markets boom, policy expert warns

Gambling addiction in the US requires urgent regulation similar to alcohol and tobacco due to its rapid expansion and public health impact.
Higher education
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago

This new California law will offer college students rehab before discipline for overdosing

California college students will have more protections and resources when experiencing an overdose starting July 2025.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Council bill seeks to curb social media time to an hour for NYC kids

Proposed legislation aims to limit kids' social media access to one hour unless permitted by parents, addressing mental health concerns.
#vaping
#los-angeles
Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

The inspiring, infuriating, even comic tale of how we defeated L.A.'s smog and why we may have to again

Los Angeles is resilient, facing challenges like fires and disasters while striving for recovery and improvement in air quality and community safety.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Smoglandia: Smog checks, diamond lanes and leaf blower bans work, but a dark cloud comes from D.C.

Rodney King's plea for unity highlighted the ongoing issue of smog in Los Angeles, a persistent environmental concern affecting the city.
Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

The inspiring, infuriating, even comic tale of how we defeated L.A.'s smog and why we may have to again

Los Angeles is resilient, facing challenges like fires and disasters while striving for recovery and improvement in air quality and community safety.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Smoglandia: Smog checks, diamond lanes and leaf blower bans work, but a dark cloud comes from D.C.

Rodney King's plea for unity highlighted the ongoing issue of smog in Los Angeles, a persistent environmental concern affecting the city.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

SF Supervisor Mahmood Introduces Ban on Uncertified Batteries Following Increase In Fires

San Francisco bans uncertified lithium-ion batteries to reduce fire risks and allows penalties for violations.
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Smoglandia: We haven't always been smoggy, but we're built that way

Smog in 1943 Los Angeles caused severe health issues and environmental damage, becoming a persistent problem long after World War II.
#tobacco-legislation
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago
Public health

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed

Children born after January 1, 2009, will be banned for life from buying cigarettes under new legislation aimed at creating a smoke-free generation.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Generational smoking ban for UK edges closer to reality

Parliament approved the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to create a smoke-free generation by preventing anyone born after January 1, 2009 from legally purchasing tobacco or vaping products.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed

Children born after January 1, 2009, will be banned for life from buying cigarettes under new legislation aimed at creating a smoke-free generation.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Generational smoking ban for UK edges closer to reality

Parliament approved the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to create a smoke-free generation by preventing anyone born after January 1, 2009 from legally purchasing tobacco or vaping products.
#air-pollution
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Nearly half of US children are breathing dangerous levels of air pollution, report warns

Nearly half of US children breathe dangerous air pollution, with communities of color disproportionately affected by chronic health conditions linked to pollution.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

44% of Americans breathe dangerously polluted air. In California, it's 82%

Los Angeles is the most ozone-polluted metro area in the U.S. for the 26th time in 27 years, with severe air quality issues.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Air pollution making people in UK get long-term illnesses earlier, study finds

Air pollution in the UK is causing earlier onset of long-term illnesses, with some conditions appearing over two years earlier than they would otherwise.
Public health
fromKqed
2 days ago

California's Tortilla Law Targets Birth Defects. Other States May Follow | KQED

California mandates folic acid in corn masa flour to address public health disparities in Latino communities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Use of toxic Pfas in consumer goods must be urgently restricted, MPs say

Pfas, colloquially known as forever chemicals, do not naturally degrade or decompose. This persistence gives them special properties with useful applications in both industrial and consumer products.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ketamine, psychedelics, GHB: is the US falling out of love with cocaine?

Cocaine use in the US has left a trail of destruction, largely due to the illegal nature of the trade and the US government's war on drugs.
Public health
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why is smoking so addictive and what are the best ways to give up?

Cigarettes are extremely addictive because nicotine rapidly triggers dopamine release in the brain within 10-20 seconds, creating immediate pleasure that reinforces addiction despite well-known health risks.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Boston City Council moves toward potential kratom ban

The status quo is not an option. We have to ban it here in Boston. Kratom refers to both a tree native to southeast Asia and products derived from its leaves. There is particular concern among officials and experts about 7-hydroxymitragynine, or 7-OH, a potent compound found in kratom. In recent years, products that contain synthetically enhanced amounts of 7-OH have proliferated in smoke shops and convenience stores around the country.
Boston
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

As fentanyl crisis evolves, experts say US is still behind the eight ball'

The Trump administration's policies and health program cuts jeopardize progress against fentanyl overdoses in the U.S.
Public health
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

SF Now Second Only to Baltimore In Overdose Deaths

Baltimore and San Francisco have the highest overdose death rates among major U.S. cities, with Baltimore at 108.6 and San Francisco at 70.5 per 100,000.
US politics
fromCard Player
2 months ago

New Jersey Court Will Rehear Casino Smoking Ban Case - Poker News

A state appeals court ordered a rehearing of a lawsuit challenging New Jersey casinos' exemption to the indoor smoking ban, citing legal and evidentiary errors.
Public health
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

Opinion: Excise Taxes Can Help Fund Needed Addiction Treatment in NY

New York's alcohol sales generate $12 billion annually but do not address related health issues.
#wildfire-smoke
Public health
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

SF Supervisor Says Drug-Free Supportive Housing Would Allow Relapses If They Don't Disrupt Others' Sobriety

Dorsey proposes drug-free supportive housing to reduce overdose deaths, despite skepticism from advocates about potential eviction policies.
US news
fromReadWrite
2 months ago

New Jersey casino smoking ban case reheard

Casino workers have another opportunity to challenge the exemption allowing smoking in New Jersey casinos after an appellate court remanded the case to trial court.
Public health
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
Environment
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Stay indoors advisories issued for thousands across multiple US states

Widespread hazardous PM2.5 levels from wood burning, traffic, and trapped emissions are causing serious health risks across multiple U.S. regions.
Public health
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Governor's Hochul's tobacco tax will reduce teen nicotine addiction | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's proposed tobacco tax aims to reduce teen vape use and protect youth from nicotine addiction.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

SF Supervisor Wants to Ban the Sale of Nitrous Oxide in San Francisco

San Francisco Supervisor Danny Sauter proposes banning nitrous oxide sales despite zero deaths from the substance compared to 750 fentanyl deaths annually.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

OMG': San Francisco Mayor Stuns With Announcement to End Drug Use On the Streets

San Francisco will arrest public drug users and funnel them into the RESET Center, combining rapid enforcement with health-focused sobering and treatment connections.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Is Vaping a Harmless Way to Stop Smoking?

Nicotine vaping increases quit rates versus other NRT but poses health risks and unknown long-term effects that must be balanced against smoking cessation benefits.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Talk About Vaping Risk with Teens

Teen vaping is widespread, often leads to nicotine addiction, and effective parent conversations should build trust rather than rely on fear.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I started smoking when I was a teen and quit 20 times. I still love the occasional cigarette.

The day I turned 16, I picked up two things - my driver's license and a $1.98 pack of Kool 100 Milds from a gas station I knew would sell to me. It was 1995, and I still remember the freedom and rebellion alive in my heart while my hair blew in the wind. From the window of her mom's LeBaron convertible, my friend and I flicked our cigarettes and seemingly our adolescent troubles with them.
Public health
Public health
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Workplace Smoking Rules and Productivity: Why Businesses Are Seeing a Shift to Nicotine Pouches

Workplace break rules now balance productivity, fairness, and external property and client constraints, prompting micro-breaks and smoke-free nicotine options to fit tighter schedules.
Public health
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

A Chance to Learn What Urban Fire Does to the Body

Los Angeles urban wildfires prompted rapid, extensive scientific monitoring and long-term health studies to assess environmental contamination and mental and physical impacts after urban destruction.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Smoke-free law could see use drop below 5% in young people

A law banning the sale of tobacco to anyone born after 2009 could see smoking in young people drop below 5 per cent decades earlier than expected. The government plans to introduce the smoke-free generation" law as part of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which would progressively raise the age of sale so that anyone born in 2009 or later can never legally be sold tobacco, starting from 2027.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Vaping in cars with children could be banned under new plans

"Second-hand smoke increases the risk of heart disease and lung cancer and we want to protect children and the sick from harm," he said. "Prevention is better than cure, so this government is taking pressure off the NHS and building a healthier Britain where everyone lives well for longer."
Public health
Public health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Vaping Is Different Among Young Adults and Teens

Nicotine exposure before age 25 permanently disrupts brain development, and vape products continue being aggressively marketed to young people despite regulations and health risks.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Vaping to be banned in cars carrying children in new government crackdown

The government proposes banning vaping and smoking in vehicles carrying children, playgrounds, and outside schools while allowing vaping in hospitals to support quitting.
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