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Americans Think Pot Is Healthy, But Scientists Still Have Questions
By Kimberly Hickok published
Have you been fooled by marijuana marketing?
This Is Your Brain on Drugs (Really)
By Stephanie Pappas published
Readers of a certain age will know the reference.
What Makes an E-Cig Taste Good May Also Make It Toxic
By Cari Nierenberg published
With names like "Banana Pudding," "Blueberry Cinnamon-Streusel Muffin" and "Butter Crunch," the flavoring ingredients in electronic cigarettes sound not only harmless but immensely appealing.
The FDA Wants to Take Nicotine Out of Tobacco. How Do You Do That?
By Rachael Rettner published
The FDA is taking steps to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes. But exactly how do you take the nicotine out of tobacco?
Why You May Want to Avoid Drinking Piping-Hot Tea
By Cari Nierenberg published
A word of caution to tea lovers: Let your cuppa cool a bit before taking a sip.
Are 'Heat-Not-Burn' Tobacco Products Safer Than Cigarettes?
By Rachael Rettner published
A new tobacco device, known as IQOS, could soon be sold in the U.S. But is it safer than a regular cigarette? An FDA panel has weighed in.
Teen Cigarette Use Drops, But Marijuana & Vaping Rates Stay High
By Rachael Rettner published
U.S. officials remain concerned about teen marijuana use — which increased in the past year — and vaping, which is common, according to a new survey.
Should People Who Can't Quit Smoking Switch to E-Cigarettes?
By Dan Robitzski published
Switching to e-cigarettes won't solve all the health problems smokers face, but how do they stack up compared to regular cigarettes?
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