May 21, 2012: Study Ties Secondhand Smoke to Bladder Irritation in Kids
Children aged 4 to 10 were at particular risk from exposure

May 21, 2012: Screening for Lung Cancer Might Benefit Those at Highest Risk
But it's not appropriate for most people, researchers say

May 17, 2012: Fewer Young Americans Smoking, Survey Finds
Rates have dropped since 2004, but 1 in 12 teens, one-third of young adults still light up

May 14, 2012: 'Self-Managing' COPD Might Pose Risks, Study Suggests
People getting comprehensive education had higher death risk, researchers found

May 14, 2012: Secondhand Smoke May Harm Heart Function
Just 30 minutes of exposure can damage the lining of the blood vessels, study shows

May 10, 2012: Fitness in Middle Age Lowers Medical Costs Later: Study
Results suggest preventive efforts focusing on lifestyle choices are well aimed

May 10, 2012: Many Women Still Smoke During Pregnancy
New study finds white moms-to-be are more likely to light up than blacks, Hispanics

May 08, 2012: Friends' Parents Can Sway Teens' Odds for Drinking, Smoking
'Good' parenting helps kids steer clear of risky behaviors, researchers say

May 04, 2012: Prenatal Smoking Linked to High-Functioning Autism in Kids
But study only found slight association, not a cause-and-effect relationship

May 03, 2012: Hot Flashes More Likely for Certain Smokers, Study Says
Women's genetic backgrounds may increase susceptibility

May 01, 2012: Many Asthmatic Kids Harmed by Secondhand Smoke: Study
Exposure leads to more doctor visits, disturbed sleep, exercise limitations

April 30, 2012: Mothers' Stress Could Cause Iron Deficiency in Newborns
Study found lower iron in babies when women were exposed to violence early in pregnancy

April 30, 2012: Secondhand Smoke Permeates Many Apartment Buildings: Study
Advocate wants smoking bans in housing complexes to safeguard kids from incursion

April 26, 2012: Anti-Smoking TV Ads From Tobacco Industry Don't Help
However, study found media campaigns from other sponsors were effective

April 20, 2012: Joint-Replacement Failure Rate Higher for Smokers: Studies
Patients needing new hips, knees should be told to quit, doctors say

April 13, 2012: Substance Abusers, Even Recovering Ones, May Face Stigma
Scenarios of obese people, smokers drew less negative reaction in study

April 13, 2012: Obese Workers' Health Care Costs Top Those of Smokers
Smokers cost employers an additional $1,275 a year, while obese workers cost $1,850 more, study says

April 09, 2012: Could Menthol Cigarettes Pose Even Higher Stroke Risk?
For women and whites, the odds look even worse, study finds

March 30, 2012: Diet, Smoking May Affect MS Progression
Caffeine, alcohol could slow multiple sclerosis, while cigarettes accelerate it, study suggests

March 23, 2012: Helpline, Free Nicotine Patches Don't Help Smokers Quit: Study
British researchers' findings reiterate the power of nicotine addiction

March 19, 2012: Secondhand Smoke in Childhood Linked to Lung Disease Years Later
Study found it nearly doubled risk for breathing condition

March 19, 2012: Appeals Court Backs FDA Move for Graphic Images on Cigarette Packs
Ohio decision runs counter to ruling by Washington, D.C.-based judge in February

March 14, 2012: Watching Movie Stars Light Up May Spur Kids to Smoke
Kids who saw more tobacco use on film from ages 9 to 14 tended to become regular smokers

March 14, 2012: Anti-Smoking Efforts Saved 795,000 Lives Over 25 Years: Study
Public smoking bans, higher cigarette taxes, increased risk awareness all helped

March 08, 2012: Surgeon General: Nearly 4 Million U.S. Kids Still Smoke
Report says tobacco industry targets marketing toward children

March 05, 2012: Smoke Exposure Late in Pregnancy Might Boost Baby's Eczema Risk
But study finds no raised risk for skin condition from exposure early in pregnancy or after birth

March 02, 2012: Smoking Linked to Higher Rate of Psoriasis: Study
But it's not proven that smoking causes the painful skin condition

March 01, 2012: U.S. Will Push to Have Graphic Warnings on Cigarettes
Pledge comes after judge blocked FDA mandate, calling it unconstitutional

February 20, 2012: Female Cancer Survivors Report Worse Health Habits: Survey
They were more likely to smoke, less likely to exercise vigorously than other women

February 14, 2012: Lead, Cadmium Levels in Blood Linked to Reduced Fertility
Avoiding exposure to cigarettes, lead-based paints may improve odds of conceiving, study suggests

February 10, 2012: Young Adults Who Quit Smoking Feel Better Quickly
Coughs begin to clear up within two weeks, study finds

February 10, 2012: Smoking May Up Cancer Risk in Barrett's Esophagus Patients
Study suggests that only quitting, not cutting back, might lower threat

February 08, 2012: Playing Sports May Help Keep Kids From Smoking
But the risk of taking up the habit rises if teammates smoke, study finds

February 07, 2012: Moving Homes Often in Childhood Might Affect Long-Term Health
Frequently uprooted kids were more likely to drink heavily, smoke as adults, study says

February 07, 2012: Quitting Smoking May Halve Risk of Oral Health Problems
Smokers four times more likely to develop oral conditions, such as mouth cancers, gum disease, study finds

February 06, 2012: Smoking May Be Especially Tough on Men's Brains
Study found declines in thinking skills for males, but not females

February 06, 2012: Fewer Teens Exposed to Tobacco Smoke in Cars: Report
But researchers add that too many are still breathing in secondhand smoke while in vehicles

February 03, 2012: Booze and Family History of Colon Cancer a Bad Mix: Study
Red meat, smoking and skipping veggies also associated with a raised cancer risk, research finds

January 31, 2012: When Mom-to-Be's Overweight and Smokes, Risk for Birth Defects Rises
This combination more than doubled odds of heart damage in newborn, study finds

January 20, 2012: Smoking During Pregnancy Not Linked to Autism
But there are many other reasons to avoid cigarettes while pregnant

January 19, 2012: Poorer Folks May Find It Harder to Quit Smoking
Financial and social status seems to affect treatment success, study finds

January 18, 2012: Study Maps Path From Smoking to Emphysema in Mice
Immune response to smoke causes the disease, researchers say

January 13, 2012: At More U.S. Workplaces, Smokers Need Not Apply
Experts weigh in as another large health care provider decides to hire nonsmokers only

January 09, 2012: Researchers Look at Genomes of Nonsmokers With Lung Cancer
Never-smokers may have different mutations in genes than smokers, suggests small, early study

January 09, 2012: Nicotine Patches, Gums Won't Help Smokers Quit Long-Term: Study
Researchers say finding underscores real-world challenges facing those looking to quit

January 06, 2012: Mice Exposed to Smoke Helped by Blood Pressure Drug: Study
Research may hold hope for treating smoking-related lung diseases in humans

December 30, 2011: Health Care Reform Battle Tops Health News for 2011
Debates over cellphone safety, cigarette-pack images also grabbed headlines

December 26, 2011: How to Make Your Quit-Smoking Resolution Stick
Tips from the American Lung Association may help

December 16, 2011: Life After Cigarettes Is Happier: Study
Three years later, quitters report less stress, better mood compared to smokers

December 15, 2011: Poor Lifestyles Harming U.S. Heart Health: Report
Comprehensive update shows Americans gaining weight, eating more junk food, exercising less