Passive smoking

InventHelp Inventor Develops Second-Hand Smoke Filtration Unit (SFO-553)

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Monday, September 10, 2018
Human behavior, Smoking, Health effects of tobacco, Habits, Tobacco, Health, Air pollution, Passive smoking, Tobacco smoking, Cigarette, Electronic cigarette, Cannabis smoking

PITTSBURGH, Sept. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Concerned about the impact of second-hand smoke, an inventor from Daly City was looking for a way to alleviate this health risk.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, Sept. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Concerned about the impact of second-hand smoke, an inventor from Daly City was looking for a way to alleviate this health risk.
  • He developed patent pending SMOKKUBE M V S to provide a safe enclosed area to smoke cigarettes in public places, which actually directs second-hand smoke away from smokers.
  • As such, it protects them against the effects of second-hand smoke by reducing the incidence of respiratory and other diseases related to smoking cigarettes.
  • Besides promoting cleaner air and better health conditions, it has the potential to increase productivity for workers who smoke since it shortens break time.

Smoke-Free Housing To Protect Millions From The Dangers Of Secondhand Smoke To Take Effect July 31

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Monday, July 30, 2018
Health effects of tobacco, Human behavior, Health, Smoking, Habits, Tobacco, Passive smoking, Tar, Smoke-free multi-unit housing

The policy protects residents and staff of public housing units, where many senior citizens, children and people with disabilities live, and underscores the danger of secondhand smoke in all multi-unit housing complexes, such as apartment buildings.

Key Points: 
  • The policy protects residents and staff of public housing units, where many senior citizens, children and people with disabilities live, and underscores the danger of secondhand smoke in all multi-unit housing complexes, such as apartment buildings.
  • Several studies have proven that secondhand smoke can permeate throughout multifamily housing, moving from units occupied by smokers into units occupied by nonsmokers.
  • The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) found that although eight in 10 multiunit housing residents had smoke-free homes, about one-third of those residents reported experiencing secondhand smoke that involuntarily entered their home from other areas on their building.
  • Public housing authorities should focus their enforcement efforts on educating smokers about the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke, including the risks in a multi-unit environment, along with increasing the availability of cessation services.

WTO Panel Puts Health Ahead of Tobacco Industry Profits, Says ASH

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Thursday, June 28, 2018
Health, Smoking in the United States, Human behavior, Tobacco control, Habits, Action on Smoking and Health, Smoking in the United Kingdom, Tobacco, Smoking, Nicotine marketing, Passive smoking

The tobacco industry has long used litigation as a weapon against meaningful public health measures.

Key Points: 
  • The tobacco industry has long used litigation as a weapon against meaningful public health measures.
  • There is no 'sweet spot' for tobacco regulations that will allow for maximum industry profits while protecting public health.
  • Founded in 1967, Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) is America's oldest anti-tobacco organization, dedicated to a world with ZERO tobacco deaths.
  • Because tobacco is the leading cause of preventable death worldwide, ASH supports bold solutions proportionate to the magnitude of the problem.

New Report by Environment and Human Health, Inc. Shows Evidence of Harmful Effects of Wood Smoke

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Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Smoke, Smoking, Pollution, Human behavior, Air pollution, Health effects of tobacco, Building biology, Environmental health, Climate forcing agents, Passive smoking

NEW HAVEN, Conn., June 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Environment and Human Health, Inc. (EHHI), an organization of physicians and public health professionals, is releasing a new report, "The Harmful Effects of Wood Smoke and the Growth of Recreational Wood Burning."

Key Points: 
  • NEW HAVEN, Conn., June 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Environment and Human Health, Inc. (EHHI), an organization of physicians and public health professionals, is releasing a new report, "The Harmful Effects of Wood Smoke and the Growth of Recreational Wood Burning."
  • Human exposure to wood smoke appears to be increasing, as more people are burning wood within or near their homes.
  • The exchange of wood smoke from outdoor burning to indoor concentrations of wood smoke is misunderstood.
  • This report provides an extensive review of the health effects associated with human exposure to wood smoke.

Missouri Still Has No Legislation to Protect Its Citizens From Radon Gas Poisoning

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Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Chemistry, Soil contamination, Building biology, Nature, Environmental health, Health effects of tobacco, Radon, Chemical elements, Health effects of radon, Lung cancer, Passive smoking, Uranium

In fact, radon is the cause of over 20,000 lung cancer deaths annually; roughly 10% of these victims have never smoked.

Key Points: 
  • In fact, radon is the cause of over 20,000 lung cancer deaths annually; roughly 10% of these victims have never smoked.
  • Smoking, and exposure to second hand smoke, significantly increases the risk of lung cancer when combined with exposure to radon.
  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) explains, "When you breathe in radon, radioactive particles from radon gas can get trapped in your lungs.
  • Missouri residents can, and should, reach out to their state representatives to ask that statutes be put into place to protect Missouri citizens from the dangers of radon exposure.

American Lung Association and Mental Health America Partner to Support Residents in Smokefree Public Housing Transition

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Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Health effects of tobacco, Health, Tobacco control, Air pollution, Passive smoking, Smoking, American Lung Association, Lung cancer, Smokefree Coalition

CHICAGO, June 19, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Today the American Lung Association and Mental Health America (MHA) announced the Smokefree at Home: Implementing Smokefree Policies at HUD Properties project.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, June 19, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Today the American Lung Association and Mental Health America (MHA) announced the Smokefree at Home: Implementing Smokefree Policies at HUD Properties project.
  • The new smokefree rule will protect close to two million residents living in public housing from exposure to secondhand smoke.
  • "The transition to smokefree air at home will improve the health of millions of Americans," said American Lung Association National President and CEO Harold P. Wimmer.
  • The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease, through research, education and advocacy.