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Dangerous radon levels prevalent in a third of Saskatchewan homesThe Lung Association says radon exposure is the second leading cause of lung cancer next to smoking.HealthFeb 11, 2020
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Cold weather potentially dangerous for people with asthmaThe extreme cold warning in Saskatchewan could be tough on people with asthma, but there are ways to control the chronic lung disease.HealthDec 9, 2019
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Saskatchewan plans to ban convenience store vape displaysIn addition to banning convenience store displays, Saskatchewan is opening the door to restricting the sale of flavoured vape products.PoliticsNov 5, 2019
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Vaping among Nova Scotia youth is reaching ‘alarming numbers’: Lung AssociationThe Nova Scotia Lung Association is sounding the alarm on vaping and e-cigarettes, claiming more and more youth are taking up the habit.CanadaMar 8, 2019
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Up to 30 per cent of Winnipeg homes have unsafe levels of radon: Lung associationAbout 100 people die from the effects of radon here in Manitoba each year, according to the Lung Association.HealthNov 26, 2018
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Smoke-free alternative? Tobacco company opens flagship store in EdmontonA new tobacco retail outlet is set to open Friday in Edmonton, marketing "smoke-free," tobacco-heating products, amid concern from anti-smoking advocates.CanadaNov 22, 2018
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Saskatchewan not doing enough to curb smokingThree major health organizations have expressed their disappointment with the Saskatchewan government Tuesday, in light of a relative lack of action on tobacco control.CanadaNov 24, 2015
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Vaping no longer allowed in public places in ManitobaIt is now against the law in Manitoba to use a vaper inside public spaces, including bars, workplaces and restaurants.Nov 6, 2015
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Anti-coal health groups take out ad on solar-powered digital billboardThree health groups have launched the campaign to highlight the dangers of coal-fired power, by taking out an ad on a digital billboard that is powered completely by solar energy.EnvironmentDec 12, 2014
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