Smoking Archives

06.24.2026 Kratom flower blooming on mitragyna speciosa tree in nature. Natural, herbal substance concept

Calls to poison centers due to complications with herbal supplements like kava and kratom are up 383% and 1,200%, respectively.

Fellow Rylie Lillibridge

04.09.2026 Close-up image of a male hand holding a burning cigarette with a swirl of smoke on a dark background. Tobacco concept

A statewide ban on flavored tobacco products in California has resulted in a decline in sales of e-cigarettes and cigarettes across the state.

Fellow Priyanka Athalye

09.12.2025 cannabis plant in the bright rays of the sun against a blue sky

Older adults and their providers are seeking safer, healthier aging. Cannabis use is increasingly part of the conversation.

Guest Author Kyler Mulhauser

06.09.2025 Broken cigarette with scattered tobacco for smoking cessation concept

Research shows that quitting smoking adds years to your life, no matter when you stop. But the earlier you quit, the greater the reward.

Fellow Aidan Stotz

11.19.2024 small pile of used cigarette butts in the dirt and grass

Billions of cigarette butts are littered across U.S. streets and sidewalks. Marginalized communities bear the brunt of this pollution.

Fellow Lia Musumeci

11.04.2024 A classic hookah with colorful rays of light and smoke in background

Hookah use is rising among high school and college students, but few of these young people are aware of the health risks associated with it.

Fellow Heather Sherr

09.18.2024 young woman smoking cigarette

While smoking has consistently declined, the number of gay, lesbian, and bisexual females who smoke is higher than their straight counterparts.

Fellow Heather Sherr

09.12.2024 Close up image of hands grabbing a pouch of smokeless tobacco out of a container

With appealing flavors and discrete methods of use, smokeless tobacco use is on the rise, particularly among young people.

Fellow Lia Musumeci

04.19.2024 Wildland firefighter observing fire

The seasonal stressors faced by wildland firefighters lead to increased rates of binge drinking and tobacco use throughout the year.

Fellow Lia Musumeci

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