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Live and Let Die: James Bond's Smoking Habits Over the Years
By Sara G. Miller published
When it comes to vices, James Bond may be known for martinis, but a new study finds that he's been quite the smoker as well.
US Health Report: Exercising More, But Mental Health Suffers
By Sara G. Miller published
A new report checks in on the progress the U.S. is making toward meeting its health goals for 2020.
Child Swallows E-Cig Liquid After Medication Mix-Up
By Rachael Rettner published
A 6-year-old girl experienced severe nicotine poisoning after her parents accidentally gave her liquid nicotine instead of a pain reliever.
Using Pot While Pregnant Not Tied to Birth Risks
By Rachael Rettner published
Smoking marijuana during pregnancy doesn't appear to increase the risk of preterm birth or other harmful birth outcomes, a new review study suggests.
Drug Use in America: What the Numbers Say
By Sara G. Miller published
Nearly 21 million Americans ages 12 and older had a substance use problem in 2015, according to a new federal estimate.
Here's the US City with the Highest Pot Use
By Rachael Rettner published
A California city has the highest rate of marijuana use in the country.
Marijuana Use Linked to Gum Disease
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe published
Researchers looked at whether using marijuana was linked to a host of health problems.
How Many Adults in Each State Engage in All 5 Key Health Habits?
By Karen Rowan published
There are five key habits that researchers have definitively linked with better health and a longer life. But few people are doing them.
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