Symptoms Flu can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. Flu symptoms usually come on suddenly. People who have flu often feel…

Everyone plays a role Individuals and organizations can play an important role in helping youth reject or quit vaping and all other tobacco products. Parents and caregivers…

Tobacco advertising Widespread advertising for e-cigarettes has contributed to youth vaping.1 Tobacco companies use the same advertising themes and tactics that have been shown to increase youth…

Overview No tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, are safe. Most e-cigarettes contain nicotine, which is highly addictive and is a health danger for pregnant women, developing fetuses, and…

How can I protect myself and my family from secondhand smoke in my home? There is no safe amount of secondhand smoke exposure. The home is the…

Overview There is no safe level of exposure to secondhand smoke (SHS); even brief exposure can cause immediate harm.123 Health problems caused by secondhand smoke in adults…

Benefits of quitting Health benefits of quitting smoking Quitting smoking is one of the most important actions people can take to improve their health. This is true…

Smoking and pregnancy Smoking before or during pregnancy can cause serious problems. Smoking can cause pregnancy complications. It can also harm the health of the pregnant woman…