New Jersey Lawmakers Pass Bill to Ban Flavored Vaping Products
A bill that would ban the sale of flavored vaping products in New Jersey will take effect 90 days after being signed by the governor.
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Varenicline Initially Improves Continuous Abstention in Smokers With COPD
Patients who smoked and were hospitalized for a COPD exacerbation had higher rates of continuous abstention when treated with both varenicline and intensive counseling compared with intensive counseling alone.
Lung Cancer Risk Increased Among Individuals Living in Disadvantaged Neighborhoods
Individuals of low socioeconomic status who reside in disadvantaged neighborhoods with poor living conditions may be at higher risk for lung cancer.
Teenager in Texas Youngest Person to Die from Vaping-Associated Lung Injury
Officials say the teenager had a’chronic underlying medical condition,’ but condition has not yet been identified.
Perceived Risks of E-Cigarettes Vary With Demographics
Perceived health risks of nicotine and toxins/chemicals in e-cigarettes differed significantly by gender, race, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status, with adjustment for e-cigarette use status.
Dual Use of E-Cigarettes and Combustible Cigarettes Increases Stroke Odds
Sole e-cigarette use was not linked to increased odds of stroke in national sample of young adults.
Risk Factors Associated With Accelerated Lung Function Decline in Adults
Smoking, asthma, occupational exposures, and living close to major roads may accelerate postbronchodilator airflow obstruction in middle-aged adults with a history of low childhood lung function and maternal smoke exposure.
Trump Administration to Ban Most Flavored E-Cigarettes
Flavored liquid nicotine used in “open tank systems” will not be included in the ban.
E-Cigarette Use Initiated at Younger Age Among US Teenagers
In 2014, 8.8% of lifetime e-cigarette users initiated use at age 14 or younger vs 28.6% in 2018.
COPD Severity Affected by Traffic-Related Air Pollution
Acute exposure to traffic-related air pollution can lead to lower airway neutrophils to release of neutrophil extracellular traps, which is linked to COPD severity and airflow limitations.
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