Millions who have never smoked cigarettes are using other tobacco products
Adults who have never smoked traditional cigarettes are being lured into tobacco use by a host of other products, including e-cigarettes, new research shows.
The...
Climate change and overfishing are boosting toxic mercury levels in fish
We live in an era — the Anthropocene — where humans and societies are reshaping and changing ecosystems.
Pollution, human-made climate change and overfishing have...
What you need to do for your 2020 health insurance enrollment
In just a few short weeks, we’ll ring in a New Year – and a new decade.
But before then, you have big games to...
Vaping less harmful than smoking to your blood vessel health
In a new study, researchers found that cigarette smokers who switch to nicotine containing vaporisers could strongly improve their blood vessel health.
They found that...
How e-cigarettes could damage your brain, blood vessels and lungs
In a new study, researchers have found the damage e-cigarettes cause to the brain, heart, blood vessels and lungs.
They have issued a stark warning...
Scientists develop sensor to save children, pets left in vehicles
A small, inexpensive sensor could save lives by triggering an alarm when children or pets are left alone in vehicles.
The new device, developed by...
E-cigarettes could take serious toll on your heart health
E-cigarettes may be perceived as safer than traditional cigarettes, but two studies say they are just as dangerous, or even worse, for your heart.
One...
Daylight Saving Time may have long-term effects on your health
In a new study, researchers found the annual transition to and from daylight saving time (DST) has clinical implications that last longer than the...
Heavy smoking could cause faces to look older
In a new study, researchers found "smoker's Face," a condition where smokers look older than they are, is just one of many negative effects...
Get your flu shot in October, early November to stay flu-free
The change of season in October and November brings in crisp, fall weather for the majority of the United States.
Many begin to look toward...