San Marcos strengthens fines for underage tobacco sales
SAN MARCOS — Tobacco retailers in San Marcos who sell to customers younger than 21 will face stiffer penalties, including steeper fines and potential license...
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Carlsbad smoking ban in multi-family residences takes effect
CARLSBAD — A new Carlsbad law banning smoking and vaping in multi-family residences with at least three units took effect Jan. 1, making it the...
UCSD study examines rise in youth tobacco use tied to e-cigarettes
REGION — A UC San Diego study released this week indicates a recent surge in young tobacco users in the U.S., most of whom are...
San Dieguito school board approves vape sensor pilot program
ENCINITAS — A pilot program will soon bring new sensors and cameras onto campuses in the San Dieguito Union High School District to help stop...
Supervisors OK moratorium on sale of e-smoking devices
REGION — On Jan. 14, San Diego County supervisors tentatively approved a one-year moratorium on the sale and distribution of electronic smoking devices in unincorporated...
Vaping Poses Serious Threat
Diane Strader Last week, the California Department of Public Health issued an alert to health departments throughout the State regarding vaping-associated pulmonary injury (VAPI). This...
Local nonprofits educate community on potential risks of underage vaping
As vaping devices grow in popularity in teen circles, community nonprofits are raising awareness about potential dangers....
Proposed state law could harm vaping industry
A massive brawl threatening to alter an industry is ongoing after......
Anti-smoking advocates support bills
The recent legislation sitting on Gov. Jerry Brown’s desk could alter the landscape of smoking and vaping with its sweeping changes to state law....