Healthcare Triage
The Harms of Marijuana
We've talked in the past about the positives of Marijuana use. What are the harms? From pregnancy effects to impaired driving to memory and concentration, Aaron will tell you how pot might hurt you.
Curated Video
Bans on smoking at outdoor venues are on the rise even though few studies have been done to test the danger of secondhand smoke at parks, beaches and sidewalk cafes.
HEADLINE: Growing push for outdoor smoking bans
CAPTION: Bans on smoking at outdoor venues are on the rise even though few studies have been done to test the danger of secondhand smoke at parks, beaches and sidewalk cafes. (Aug. 8) ...
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+4:3 Lancet study says 600,000 die of secondary smoking annually
FILE: Guizhou Province, China - 21-22 August, 1997
1. Close of cigarettes moving along production line
2. Close of cigarettes in production line
3. Close of cigarette packs rushing along production line
4. Close of cigarettes in...
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UN: "Tobacco epidemic"could kill 1 billion unless govts act now
February 7, 2008
1. Pan of news conference
2. Photographer
3. SOUNDBITE (English) Dr Margaret Chan, Director-General of the World Health Organisation:
"You can't manage a problem if you cannot measure the problem. I have a similar...
Curated Video
Secondhand smoke kills more than 600,000 people worldwide every year, according to a new study.
HEADLINE: Study: Secondhand smoke kills 600,000 every year
CAPTION: Secondhand smoke kills more than 600,000 people worldwide every year, according to a new study. (Nov. 26)
The effects of secondhand smoke may be greater than...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Environmental Public Health: Reducing Household Chemical Risks
In these three public service videos from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, learn how to minimize exposure to pesticides, chemical contaminants, and secondhand smoke. Through simple demonstrations, the videos...