Smoking Prevention
Pathways developed to reduce dementia risk in Colorado
Dementia, a disease with profound effects on families, loved ones and caregivers, affects more than 55 million people globally, including 6 million …
Wayne State study links head, neck cancers to air pollution
Exposure to air pollution is a growing concern for public health and a breakthrough study from Wayne State University is shedding new light on its lin…
Report: Screenings for lung cancer a must
A new report on lung cancer by the American Lung Association showed Maryland has quite a bit of room to improve diagnoses and treatment but experts sa…
Doctors: To stay healthy, know your cholesterol numbers
The American Heart Association is spearheading a critical initiative to educate Pennsylvanians about the silent risks posed by high levels of LDL chol…
Workplace policies begin to evolve after Ohio legalizes cannabis use
By Mara O'Malley for Kent State News Lab.Broadcast version by Nadia Ramlagan reporting for the Kent State-Ohio News Connection Collaboration…
NV cardiology expert shares tips for better heart health
It may be the last week of American Heart Month, but one Nevada cardiovascular expert said it isn't too late to prioritize heart health. Richard …
Report grades IL tobacco prevention efforts
Illinois' efforts are all over the map in a new report on what state and federal officials are, or could be, doing to discourage tobacco use…
Report grades IN on tobacco use rates, public policy
Indiana does not fare well in a new report on what state and federal officials are, or could be, doing to discourage tobacco use. The American Lung …
Report: NE receives failing grades for three of five tobacco-control measures
Nebraska needs to do better when it comes to tobacco use prevention and cessation, according to a newly released report. In the American Lung …
Report: Utah ranks among top 10 states for overall health and well-being
Utah ranks among the top 10 states in the 2023 America's Health Rankings report, which "aims to understand the comprehensive health and well-being of …
FL sees drop in national health rankings among states
Florida has dropped to the 31st position among states in national health rankings. It's a decline from last year's 27th spot. Local public health …
WI in top half for health rankings, but resources low for public outreach
Wisconsin ranks 22nd in the country when it comes to a range of health measuring sticks, and local public health officials said more resources could …