- Minnesota sees drop in cigarette usage
Many states create tobacco regulations in hope of making a difference in reducing the number of local smokers, but skepticism typically surrounds anti-smoking legislation. more...
- New study shows no danger in using e-cigarettes
Many smokers who tried to quit for years have found success with electronic cigarettes, which allegedly wean users off of nicotine. more...
- Tax hike proposed on cigarettes in Vermont
Many Americans who are regular smokers pay hundreds of dollars to maintain their nicotine addiction. more...
- Indiana votes to ban smoking in public places
Smokers do not only negatively impact their health, but the health of those around them with the by-products of tobacco. more...
- Utah to ban smoking for drug rehab patients
Drug rehab programs can be beneficial for addicts who are looking to turn their lives around. more...
- Minnesota taxpayers losing money due to smokers
Nearly 87 percent of lung cancer deaths have been traced back to an exposure to cigarettes, according to Smoking Statistics, a substance abuse resource site. more...
- Florida increases efforts to raise awareness of lung cancer
Many people who are addicted to cigarettes want to quit, but lack the support and motivation to make the change. more...
- Highly-promoted dangerous drink growing in popularity
More than 29 percent of high school students say they can easily obtain illicit drugs on campus, according to Teen Help, a statistics site. more...
- ACS holds 35th annual Great American Smokeout
Approximately 87 percent of lung cancer deaths are a direct result of cigarettes, according to Smoking Statistics, an nicotine addiction resource website. more...
- Study shows cigarettes may thin the brain
Smoking is known to increase the chances of lung cancer, but new research also shows that it may thin the brain, according to MSNBC. more...
- Students band together to discuss methamphetamine dangers
More than 20 million Americans admitted to using illicit substances within a one-month span in 2006, according to Drug Addiction Support, a statistics site. more...
- New campaign launched to raise awareness of smoking dangers
Women who smoke are 31 percent more likely to be diagnosed with lung cancer, according to Smoking Statistics, a resource website. more...
- PFSA to provide workbook to parents struggling with addiction
Substance abuse can tear families apart, but rehabilitation facilities can provide individuals with the resources they need to detoxify and get their lives back on track. more...
- Professor receives grants for nicotine, alcoholism research
As experts work toward learning more about addiction, rehabilitation facilities can help individuals who have become dependent on substances. Moreover, more funds are being donated for addiction research. more...
- ALA study reveals economic costs of smoking
A recent study released by the American Lung Association (ALA) discovered that helping smokers kick the habit saves lives and benefits the economy as well. more...
- New vaccines offer hope for drug addicts
Drug rehabilitation centers and new treatments may provide individuals with the resources they need to kick the habit. more...
- Study shows more teens using marijuana at a younger age
Marijuana contains tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a psychoactive substance that can cause users to grow dependent on it over time. more...
- Study: Family meals may protect children from substance abuse
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