“As the adolescent brain is still developing until the age of 25, it’s negatively impacted by nicotine, which can literally change the way the brain is wired. It impacts neurotransmitters and synapses. It can increase feelings of depression and anxiety and contribute to mood disorders and conditions of ADHD,” says Warner.
U.S. adults are smoking less
Smoking is costing South Carolinians more than their health.
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A new study shows exposure to secondhand cigarette smoke can increase the risk of heart failure.
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) –A new federal law makes it illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to purchase tobacco products. One owner of a vape store says this is a good move to prevent their products from getting into the wrong hands. Brad Progler, the Owner of Essential Vapors in Lexington, says only three percent of his customers are…
Two college campuses here in South Carolina are one step closer to eliminating smoking of any kind on school property.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–If you are looking to start the New year by stopping smoking, Palmetto Health is offering a free cessation program. According to Palmetto Health, they will offer free tobacco cessation programs to residents of Richland, Lexington, Fairfield and Sumter counties. The Classes are set to begin in January at Palmetto Health Baptist in Columbia and Palmetto Health Tuomey…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–If you are looking to start the New year by stopping smoking, Palmetto Health is offering a free cessation program. According to Palmetto Health, they will offer free tobacco cessation programs to residents of Richland, Lexington, Fairfield and Sumter counties. The Classes are set to begin in January at Palmetto Health Baptist in Columbia and Palmetto Health Tuomey…
A California woman, know as the “Butt Lady”, has picked up her millionth cigarette butt.
