Coexisting Medical Conditions, Smoking Explain PTSD-CVD Link
No link seen after adjustment for smoking, sleep disorder, substance use disorder, anxiety disorders, depression
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Smoking Status Inversely Linked to Primary Sjogren Syndrome
Data show that current smoking status was inversely associated with primary Sjogren syndrome.
FDA Receives an ‘F’ in Tobacco Prevention Report Card
The US Food and Drug Administration was given an “F” in a new American Lung Association report card evaluating tobacco prevention programs.
Smoking Tied to Peripheral Artery Disease in African-Americans
Current smokers had increased risk for measures of subclinical peripheral artery disease.
Smoked vs Vaporized Cannabis: Acute Effects in Infrequent Users
Inhaling a 25 mg dose of vaporized cannabis with 10 mg of THC produced pronounced drug effects in healthy adults who were infrequent users of cannabis.
More US Teens Are Vaping, but Use of Opioids, Alcohol Falling
Vaping among American teenagers increased dramatically in 2018, with nearly 2 of every 5 high school seniors reporting they had tried an electronic cigarette during the past year.
FDA: Some E-Cigarette Liquids Contain Erectile Dysfunction Meds
Sildenafil and tadalafil not approved to be sold over the counter and are being sold illegally.
Smoking Linked to Cognitive Dysfunction in Fibromyalgia
In adjusted analysis, smoking tied to worse symptom severity, sleep problems, anxiety, depression.
COPD Tied to Obesity in Male, Female Never-Smokers
Strong dose-response relationship seen in never-smokers aged 50 and older.
Thirdhand Smoke: A New Concept Rising From Old Residue
The concept of thirdhand smoke was originally introduced in 1953, when rodent studies first demonstrated the carcinogenic effects of the residue from tobacco smoke.
Youth Smoking Decline Mirrors Rise in Vaping Popularity
Large rise in youth vaping, decline in past 30-day smoking prevalence accelerated around 2014.
Smoke-Free Policies Linked to Lower Systolic Blood Pressure
Lower systolic BP found for those living in areas with public smoke-free policies.
FDA to Ban Most Flavored Electronic Cigarettes
Details of the ban expected to be announced next week.
Tobacco Use Remains Leading Modifiable Cause of Cancer
Tobacco use remains the leading modifiable cause of cancer and should be a priority for cancer control.
Late-Onset Epilepsy Linked to APOE ε4, Smoking, Diabetes
The risk for late-onset epilepsy was lower in patients with higher physical activity levels and moderate alcohol intake.
Discrimination Concern in Adolescents Linked to Increased Substance Use
Teens whose concern over societal discrimination grew between 2016 and 2017 increased their cigarette and marijuana use.
Smoking Promotes Disease Progression in Multiple Sclerosis
Investigators examined the effects of smoking on respiratory symptoms and functional levels in patients with multiple sclerosis.
FDA Gets Tough on Juul, Other Electronic Cigarette Makers
More than 1200 warning letters and fines have been sent to retailers and major e-cigarette manufacturers.
Adverse Effects of Marijuana Use in Pregnancy: Current Research Is Questionable at Best
Many women are unconvinced of the potential harmful effects of marijuana use in pregnancy due to the lack of available evidence.
Bigger Cut in Smoke Exposure for Immediate Nicotine Reduction
Smokers with immediate vs gradual reduction have significantly lower levels of smoke exposure.
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