Tobacco-Use Disorder

USPSTF Urges Interventions to Prevent Tobacco Use in Children

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that primary care physicians provide interventions to prevent school-aged children and adolescents from initiating tobacco use.

San Francisco Considering Banning Sales of E-Cigarettes

A ban on the sale and distribution of electronic cigarettes is being considered by San Francisco supervisors.

Bill Would Raise US Legal Age for Tobacco Purchases to 21

A bill to raise the minimum age for buying any type of tobacco product, including electronic cigarettes, from 18 to 21 years was introduced.

North Carolina Sues Electronic Cigarette Maker JUUL

Also, judge has ruled that the FDA neglected its legal duty by postponing reviews of vaping products

Reduction in Smoking Prevalence Linked to Reduced Medicaid Costs

Investigators assessed 1-year changes in healthcare expenditures, particularly Medicaid costs, linked to a 1% decrease in smoking consumption in all US states.

Microbial Toxins Found in E-Cigarette Products

Electronic cigarette products may be contaminated with microbial toxins.

Nicotine Replacement Products Compared for Smoking Cessation

According to the results of a recent review, the efficacy of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) in achieving long-term smoking cessation varies based on NRT delivery method, dosage, and timing of initiation.

Over-the-Counter Medications Save Health Care System Money

On average, each dollar spent on over-the-counter (OTC) medicines saves the U.S. health care system $7.20, totaling nearly $146 billion in annual savings.

FDA: Seizures Reported Following E-Cigarette Use

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is notifying the public that cases of seizures have been reported following the use of e-cigarettes.

E-Cigarettes Increasingly Perceived to Be More Harmful Than Cigarettes

From 2012 to 2017, the proportion of US adults who perceived electronic-cigarettes to be as harmful as or more harmful than cigarettes increased.