Category: ecigarettes

Netflix says its originals will kick their smoking habit

[ad_1] “Netflix strongly supports artistic expression,” a Netflix spokesman said. “We also recognize that smoking is harmful and when portrayed positively on screen can adversely influence young people.” As part of its clampdown, Netflix will also reveal details about smoking in its ratings. The move follows a report from anti-smoking group Truth Initiative, which states […]

San Francisco’s grand plan to ban online e-cigarette sales

[ad_1] The board passed the legislation on Tuesday, and San Francisco Mayor London Breed has 10 days to sign it. She’s already said she will. When that happens, San Francisco will be the first US city to ban the sale of e-cigarettes. But, in a digital-first world, what does vaping prohibition actually look like? The […]

The FDA thinks an Xbox game can stop kids smoking

[ad_1] The game’s heavy-handedness won’t be lost among its Gen-Z players. As you play the game, you encounter challenges that are also faced by smokers. You can run from the cell, but only in short bursts since your lungs are damaged by smoking. The smoke obscures your vision. The game is structured like a maze, […]