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The legal age to buy cigarettes and other tobacco products in Pennsylvania is increasing to 21, although there’s an exception for veterans and service…
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From e-cigarettes to vape pens, electronic vapor devices are growing in popularity among Pittsburgh-area teenagers. The 2017 Allegheny County Youth Survey…
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Many anti-smoking efforts are focused on cigarettes, but new research from the University of Pittsburgh suggests that more energy should be spent…
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E-cigarette users report feeling less dependent and addicted than traditional smokers do, according to a recent study. Even so, researchers don't believe…
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This story was updated at 2:51pm on Wednesday, March 8, 2017.Allegheny County Council voted to ban the use of e-cigarettes and vaping devices in all…
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Nearly 600 counties and municipalities across the nation have enacted restrictions on e-cigarettes and other forms of vaping in existing smoke-free public…
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The Allegheny County Health Department heard public testimony Monday on proposed e-cigarette regulations.The ban would apply to places where smoking is…
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The Allegheny County Health Department is seeking public input on a proposed rule that would ban e-cigarettes and vaping from many indoor spaces. A public…
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This story was updated May 5, 2016 at 9:55 a.m. County health officials want to ban the use of e-cigarettes and vaping devices everywhere regular…
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In his first budget proposal, Gov. Tom Wolf called for a series of tax changes—increases and decreases—most notably hikes in the personal income tax from…