Demonstrating “the power of a relatively simple technology in changing behavior,” a text messaging program from nonprofit Truth Initiative called “This is Quitting” has resulted in 35% more teens ...

Did you know tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable illness and death in the United States? While some forms of tobacco may be marketed as less harmful ...

Vaping was just a way to pass the time, until it sent her into a coma. Petrea Mckeithen, of Wilkes-Barre, a 26-year-old single, stay-at-home mom of one young son, learned firsthand the little-known ...

Sarah Todd returned to reporting in January 2025 after being assignment editor at STAT since October 2022. You can reach Sarah on Signal at sarahlizchar.47. The young people who wanted to quit ...

Vaping was sold as the antidote to smoking. However, for teens, it’s a deadly come-on. Fruity flavors mask toxins that scar lungs, hijack developing brains, and hook kids on nicotine at twice the ...