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Public health
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
7 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.
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.
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
#marijuana
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.
#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.
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.
#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
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.
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.
fromwww.amny.com
4 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 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.
NYC food
fromTime Out New York
4 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.
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.
#tobacco-control
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.
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.
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

As e-bike crashes send an increasing number of people to the hospital, cities search for solutions

E-bike injuries are rising in the US, prompting calls for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect all road users.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The U.S. just changed marijuana law for the first time in decades

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the decision in a post on X, noting that the DOJ would immediately move state-licensed marijuana and FDA-approved marijuana products to Schedule III alongside Tylenol with codeine, ketamine, and steroids.
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.
Poker
fromReadWrite
2 weeks ago

Australia gambling ads reform draws sharp criticism

Australia is implementing reforms to reduce gambling ads, aiming to protect children and address public health concerns related to gambling.
Berlin food
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

"We Live in Toxic Interior Environments": Interview with Healthy Materials Lab

Material selection in architecture is crucial for public health and environmental sustainability.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 days 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
NYC politics
fromDocumented
2 weeks ago

Here Are Several Lesser-Known NYC Laws - Documented

President Trump is reshaping immigration policy, causing concern among migrant communities about safety and legal repercussions in the U.S.
#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
2 days 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
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Why reducing air pollution deaths isn't just about reducing air pollution

Reductions in vulnerability to air pollution since 1990 saved approximately 1.7 million lives in 2019, with significant improvements in Europe and North America.
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.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

As allergy season returns to NYC, here's how you can save yourself from pollen

Tree pollen is the main cause of seasonal allergies in New York during spring, with symptoms peaking in late March and early April.
#vaping
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Vaping likely to cause lung and oral cancer, Australian researchers find in new review of evidence

Vaping is likely to cause lung and oral cancer, prompting calls for immediate regulatory action.
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.
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
#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.
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.
Poker
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 weeks ago

AOC draws parallel between prediction markets and Big Tobacco, floats advertising ban

Regulating prediction markets can learn from tobacco industry regulations, including advertising bans and age restrictions.
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.
Environment
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

The Smog President Takes California to Court - Streetsblog California

The Trump Administration sued California to block its vehicle emissions standards and zero-emission vehicle requirements, arguing states lack authority to regulate fuel economy.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 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.
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
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.
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.
NYC politics
fromHoodline
1 month ago

NYC Lawmakers Push Graphic Warnings At Gun Shops

New York City lawmakers propose requiring gun dealers to display graphic warning posters about firearm dangers, including suicide hotline numbers, with violations carrying fines up to $10,000.
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
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.
#pm25
Miscellaneous
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Six hospitalized after elevated carbon monoxide levels in Brooklyn

Six people in Brooklyn suffered carbon monoxide poisoning from a leak in row homes; two have serious injuries while four have minor injuries, with all expected to recover.
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.
#air-quality
Public health
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Urgent warning to thousands over lung-penetrating toxins in the air

Health warnings issued across US regions due to unhealthy air quality from PM2.5 particles, ozone, dust, and smoke from controlled burns and agricultural fires.
Public health
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Urgent warning to thousands over lung-penetrating toxins in the air

Health warnings issued across US regions due to unhealthy air quality from PM2.5 particles, ozone, dust, and smoke from controlled burns and agricultural fires.
Public health
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Welcome to allergy season. Here's how to protect yourself

Allergy seasons are worsening due to climate change, but treatments have improved, helping many manage symptoms effectively.
#wildfire-smoke
Environment
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

The Bay Area's most-fined air polluters: Explore 10 years of environmental violations

Bay Area Air District assessed nearly $122 million in fines from 2015–2025 for over 10,000 air-quality violations across refineries and diverse local polluters.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

London, San Francisco and Beijing achieve remarkable reductions' in air pollution

Nineteen global cities reduced airway-aggravating pollutants by over 20% since 2010 through interventions like cycle lanes, electric vehicles, and vehicle restrictions.
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
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.
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.
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
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
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tackling air pollution should be part of government work to cut cancer rates, scientists say

Governments must reduce air pollution through WHO guideline compliance to prevent cancer, with actions needed at EU, national, and local levels.
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.
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
fromNature
2 months ago

Exposome studies can improve lung health

The conventional approach to evaluating the impact of air pollution is to focus on a single exposure during a fixed period of time. But evidence suggests that contaminants work together, magnifying the damage to people's lungs. Conventional studies fail to probe synergistic effects. They also ignore the cumulative effects of lifelong exposures to pollutants, known as the exposome. Researchers need to shift away from single-pollutant studies and towards those involving a broad range of exposures.
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