Study: ‘Safer’ Cigarettes May Be All Smoke
They're marketed as safer cigarettes They're sold by big tobacco companies and go by names like Advance, Eclipse and Accord. They're marketed as safer cigarettes that can lessen the risks of smoking by releasing fewer cancer-causing substances. But two new studies show these so-called safer cigarettes may not be safer at all and … [Read more...] about Study: ‘Safer’ Cigarettes May Be All Smoke
Judge Begins Hearing Suit Over Light Cigarettes
Dangers Of Light Cigarettes. A suit accusing tobacco manufacturer Philip Morris of lying to consumers about the dangers of smoking "light" cigarettes opened on Tuesday, marking the first time in Madison County that a class-action suit has gone to trial. Until now, every class-action suit in Madison County that has … [Read more...] about Judge Begins Hearing Suit Over Light Cigarettes
Suit Accuses Philip Morris of Deception
Philip Morris Wrongly Leading Customers. Sharon Price switched from smoking regular cigarettes to brands labeled "light" when she was pregnant in the 1970s. "I knew the better choice was to quit, but I thought I was reducing my risk," the pack-a-day smoker said. Now 52, Price is among the plaintiffs in a class-action … [Read more...] about Suit Accuses Philip Morris of Deception
British Study Finds Smoking Increases Risk of Age Related Macular Degeneration
Smoking Increases The Risk Of Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) in Older Adults. Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in the elderly. Now, a study published in the may issue of the British Journal of Ophthalmology has found clinical evidence that smokers are twice as likely to … [Read more...] about British Study Finds Smoking Increases Risk of Age Related Macular Degeneration
Health Costs Connected to Obesity Now Exceed Those Associated With Smoking, Drinking & Aging
Medical Consequences Of Obesity. The 14th European Congress on Obesity has presented research that the medical consequences of ‘Obesity’ have now become a global problem in terms of increased healthcare costs. In fact, those costs now exceed expenditures for illnesses related to smoking, drinking, and aging. In the … [Read more...] about Health Costs Connected to Obesity Now Exceed Those Associated With Smoking, Drinking & Aging
Judgment Against Philip Morris Is Upheld
Died of Lung Cancer. The Oregon Supreme Court upheld on Thursday a $79.5 million punitive damages award to the family of an Oregon smoker who died of lung cancer, saying the amount isn't excessive given the "reprehensible" conduct of tobacco giant Philip Morris in marketing cigarettes. Philip Morris called the award "grossly … [Read more...] about Judgment Against Philip Morris Is Upheld
Florida Court Ruling Grants Smoking Victims An Opportunity To File Individual Claims Against Cigarette Manufacturers
Individual Claims Against Cigarette Manufacturers. A Multimillion-dollar Individual Damage Awards to Florida Smoking Victims. The Florida Supreme Court threw out a class action verdict of $145 billion against the defendants, but upheld two v The court ruled that smoking cases are highly individual, making class action suits … [Read more...] about Florida Court Ruling Grants Smoking Victims An Opportunity To File Individual Claims Against Cigarette Manufacturers
Study: Smoking Raises Colon Cancer Risk
An Increased Risk for Colorectal Cancer and Death. A recent analysis of a variety of earlier studies—a meta-analysis—has revealed a “significant” link between smoking and an increased risk for colorectal cancer and death, Science Daily is reporting. Science Daily notes that tobacco was the cause of about 5.4 million deaths in 2005, … [Read more...] about Study: Smoking Raises Colon Cancer Risk
Most Cancer in Men Linked to Smoking
Researcher linked smoking to the vast majority of cancers. There is emerging data that more strongly links cancer deaths—well beyond lung cancers—in men to smoking. A recent study released by a UC Davis researcher linked smoking to the vast majority of cancers in a specific demographic of men in 2003, reported ScienceDaily. Study … [Read more...] about Most Cancer in Men Linked to Smoking
Light Cigarettes
Stamped Summons against Phillip Morris U.S.A., Inc. Millions of Americans smoke "low-tar," "mild," or "light" cigarettes, believing those cigarettes to be less harmful than other cigarettes. Many of these cigarettes very falsely marketed as "safe" or "harmless". However, new evidence shows that these so called "safe" cigarettes are … [Read more...] about Light Cigarettes
Larynx Cancer Injury Lawsuits
Larynx Cancer Caused By Smoking And Alcohol Abuse. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 9,000 Americans will be diagnosed this year with cancer of the larynx. Larynx cancer, also know as laryngeal cancer is also caused by smoking and alcohol abuse. The larynx, or the voice box, is a tube- shaped organ in the neck that … [Read more...] about Larynx Cancer Injury Lawsuits
Man Loses Eye Due to Exploding E-Cigarette, as Lawsuits Increase
Injuries were sustained by a man in Orange County, California, when the e-cigarette he was using exploded. The device sent debris flying toward his face, causing him to lose an eye. He also sustained orbital and sinus bone breaks. The victim hopes to use his experience to bring awareness to other e-cigarette users, as well as the … [Read more...] about Man Loses Eye Due to Exploding E-Cigarette, as Lawsuits Increase
Light Cigarettes Promote Smoking Habits
Light Cigarettes Encourage Everyone To Smoke. Light cigarettes are not all they’re cracked up to be when it comes to quitting smoking, according to an emerging study, says WebMD. Experts found that the switch to what Web MD described as "light," "ultra-light," or "low-tar" cigarettes could actually undermine well-intentioned smoking … [Read more...] about Light Cigarettes Promote Smoking Habits
Smoking During Pregnancy Ups Birth Defect Risks
Cigarette Smoking During Pregnancy Can Have An Effect On Baby's Behavior. A mother's cigarette smoking during pregnancy not only increases the chances that her infant will be born with a cleft lip or palate, but can also have an effect on a baby's behavior, according to two new studies published in "The Journal of Pediatrics". An … [Read more...] about Smoking During Pregnancy Ups Birth Defect Risks
Smoking link possible in breast cancer
Cigarette Smoking Could Cause Breast Cancer. Cigarette smoke could be a cause of breast cancer after all, University of Florida researchers recently reported in a cellular cancer journal called Oncogene. Breast cancer is one of the few cancers in which a link to smoking has never been clearly established, and researchers believe … [Read more...] about Smoking link possible in breast cancer
