Electronic Cigarettes May Be Contaminated With Microbial Toxins
Endotoxin and glucan concentrations were found in cartridge and e-liquid samples.
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Rates of Lung Cancer Screening Discussions Low Between Physicians and Patients
The rate of discussions between physicians and patients regarding lung cancer screenings is very low.
E-Cigarette Use Similar in Pregnant, Nonpregnant Women
The prevalence of current conventional cigarette smoking lower in pregnant women than nonpregnant women.
Combination Nicotine Replacement Therapy Increases Smoking Cessation Success
Higher doses of nicotine gum and patches also may increase quit rate
Smoking in Patients With Cancer Increases Costs by $3.4 Billion
Cost estimates are based on additional treatment following higher failure risk for first-line cancer treatment.
CDC: COPD Prevalence High in Some Nonsmokers
High prevalence of COPD was observed in certain industries and occupations, including the information industry.
FDA Cracks Down on Companies Selling E-Liquids Resembling Prescription Cough Meds
The FDA is cracking down on companies that manufacture and distribute nicotine-containing e-liquids with labeling that appears to imitate that of prescription cough syrups.
FDA: Seizures Reported Following E-Cigarette Use
The FDA is notifying the public that cases of seizures have been reported following the use of e-cigarettes.
Perception of E-Cigarettes as More Harmful Than Cigarettes Increased
Increase observed in proportion who see e-cigarettes to be as harmful as, more harmful than cigarettes
Predicting Psychiatric Events From Smoking Cessation Drugs
Anxiety, history of suicidal ideation/behavior, and being white were associated with a higher risk for neuropsychiatric events.
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