Fourteen million. That staggering number represents the lives lost since the U.S. Surgeon General first warned of smoking’s dangers decades ago. As this editorial notes, new threats like vaping and expanding cannabis use add to the public health challenge, calling for urgent action.

Efforts to reduce the environmental impact of cannabis are gaining attention, as reported by Lost Coast Outpost. While full details remain under a paid plan, the piece offers insight into how communities and experts are rethinking remediation strategies to protect ecosystems.

A new study suggests cannabis use could undermine your ability to recall key tasks, raising concerns about its impact on daily responsibilities. This finding, reported by a HealthDay correspondent, sheds light on a lesser-known downside to marijuana use.