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HARRISBURG, PA — Nearly 40% of homes in Pennsylvania have elevated levels of radon, a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that is silently wreaking havoc across the state. According to the …
Radon Alert in Pennsylvania—Test Your Home Before It’s Too Late! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Office of the U.S. Surgeon General has released a comprehensive report highlighting disparities in tobacco use and its health impacts across various demographic groups in the United …
New Report Reveals Significant Health Disparities in Tobacco Use Across U.S. Population Groups Read More
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA — The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) has introduced a new set of guidelines aimed at aiding cancer patients in their efforts to quit smoking. This initiative …
NCCN Releases New Guidelines to Help Cancer Patients Quit Smoking Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The latest findings from the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) reveal a significant milestone in public health: youth tobacco use in the United States has plummeted …
Youth Tobacco Use Reaches Historic Low, But Challenges Persist Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the aroma of your morning coffee mingles with the curling smoke from your cigarette, you justify the indulgence. Every smoker has a reason, a rationale. But …
Smokers Beware: Unmasking the Hidden Dangers Read More
DOVER, DE — In the heart of Dover, the latest annual report from the American Lung Association, manifested under the title “State of Tobacco Control,” frays the veil on Delaware’s …
Delaware’s Mixed Grades on Tobacco Control: A Call for Stronger Action Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A shocking report was published today by the American Lung Association in its 22nd annual “State of Tobacco Control” study. With three F grades and two Ds, …
Pennsylvania Fails to Impress in Annual ‘State of Tobacco Control’ Report: Clear Call for Policy Overhaul Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The 2023 “State of Lung Cancer” report, released by the American Lung Association, has revealed that Pennsylvania is among the top states in the nation for lung cancer …
Pennsylvania Ranks High in Lung Cancer Screening and Survival, Says 2023 “State of Lung Cancer” Report Read More
Summertime is right around the corner, and while you may be hoping to soak up some sun, it’s important to keep in mind the effects of the extra UV radiation …
The 5 Best Ways to Protect Your Eyes This Summer Read More
The new year is a time for reflection and setting goals. Whether you want to get in shape, learn a new skill, or just get organized, there are plenty of …
The 10 Best New Year’s Resolutions for 2023 Read More