The Baker Act has evolved over the last half-century, often in legislative efforts to strengthen civil rights protections for people with mental illnesses. But the law still treats adults and children in much the same way. It was written in 1971 by Maxine Baker, a 65-year-old grandmother and a freshman…
The World Health Organization estimates that a 10 percent rise in prices causes overall smoking rates to drop about 4 percent in high-income countries. Some states are relying on this strategy to work again ― this time to discourage consumers, especially teenagers and young adults, from using e-cigarettes and vaping…
What do trans women gamers, Jewish journalists, academics of color, and feminist writers have in common? All of them could find themselves targets of coordinated harassment campaigns simply because they have a presence online. Take the story of Trista (all names have been changed to protect privacy), a trans woman…
State officials announced they’d filed a lawsuit in Hennepin County district court alleging the e-cigarette company Juul Labs used marketing materials aimed at young people and violated Minnesota’s public nuisance law when it used misleading advertising. Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison flanked by students at a news…
CHAMPAIGN — As an outbreak of lung injuries and deaths linked to vaping has continued to grow, some vapers may be considering that it’s time to quit. But breaking up with e-cigarettes can be hard to do — especially for teens and young adults. Younger people become easily addicted to…
Canadian health groups strive to hold the government accountable for regulating an industry that has captivated youth to the detriment of their health and development. What was intended as a “safer” alternative to smoking for adults who consume nicotine has become a rising fad by teens. Some say the climate…
Mercy Health – Springfield officials spoke to high school students Friday morning on the dangers of vaping. Smoking Cessation Educator Marcy Ivory and Director of Respiratory Therapy Kevin Griggs spoke with the students at Graham High School in St. Paris. “We are speaking on the dangers of vaping trying to…
Bad planning worsens traffic in high season The night of Dec. 7, Sarasota was shut down once again by the blue flashing lights of police cars, blocking access to the center of the city. In addition, the city, county and Florida Department of Transportation have decided, in their great wisdom,…
RICHMOND — As the search for Anneliese Heinig enters its second week in Falmouth, her family no longer believes she will be found alive. “We’ve come to terms with the fact that we have to face the reality that Anneliese is gone,” her father, Christopher Heinig, said in an interview….
GREENFIELD — The executive director of the Children’s Advocacy Center of Franklin County and North Quabbin Inc. will tell you it’s unfortunate that there is child abuse of any type, anywhere, but there is, and this area is not immune. The center will hold a meet and greet Wednesday at…
