What is ‘thirdhand smoke’? The lesser-known cigarette threat — as world-first law goes into effect in California

Passed unanimously, California Assembly Bill 455 requires homeowners to disclose any history of thirdhand smoke or vaping ...

Third-hand smoking puts children and elderly at home at risk, expert lists tips to protect against its toxic effect

California is the first state to take an action against third-hand smoking. To know what it means, what its harmful effects ...
Yahoo

The tussle over cigarette warning labels, and the hazy future of vaping

In 1966, the first warning label appeared on the side of cigarette packs in the United States. Stating “Caution: Cigarette Smoking May Be Hazardous to Your Health,” it was also the first such warning ...

California Passes World’s First 'Thirdhand Smoke' Law: What Is It And Why It Matters?

Thirdhand smoke refers to the chemical hangover that is left on surfaces long after a cigarette is put out. It is the ...
Forbes

Why Smoking Is Making A Comeback — And What It Means For Your Health

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. John Samuels is the Founder/CEO of Wellworth healthcare advisory firm. A cigarette lit on screen once symbolized noir, danger and ...
UPI

Cigarette smoking hits 80-year low in U.S.

Aug. 13 (UPI) --Cigarette smoking in the United States hit an historic low this year, according to Gallup, which has been monitoring smoking trends for eight decades. The latest survey, based on ...
Newsday

The country that made smoking sexy is breaking up with cigarettes

PARIS — Brigitte Bardot lounged barefoot on a Saint-Tropez beach, drawing languorous puffs from her cigarette. Another actor, Jean-Paul Belmondo, swaggered down the Champs-Élysées with smoke curling ...