The EPA reports that Americans spend an estimated 90% of their time indoors and as such, indoor air quality has huge effects on their well-being. There are many different indoor environmental pollutants, including smoke from cigarettes, marijuana, and smoking pipes. As of 2016, 15.5% of Americans smoke cigarettes; most smoke these cigarettes indoors and there is a massive need for minimizing indoor pollution.
Smarter HVAC equipment in indoor agriculture benefits both the technician and the grower, and the most-precise is yet to come.
The EPA reports that Americans spend an estimated 90% of their time indoors and as such, indoor air quality has huge effects on their well-being. There
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a long-lasting impact on adolescent mental health and substance use, according to a new population-based study based on survey responses from a sample of over 64,000 13-
Since current testing for marijuana can’t indicate whether or not an employee is currently impaired, it’s important HVAC supervisors are trained on how to recognize impairment and drug policies st
Middle-aged smokers are far more likely to report having memory loss and confusion than nonsmokers, and the likelihood of cognitive decline is lower for those who have quit, even recently, a new study
Smoking shrinks the brain and effectively causes premature brain aging, according to a new study. Quitting smoking prevents further loss of brain tissue but doesn't restore the brain to its original s
A new study aims to examine differences in current e-cigarette use prevalence among U.S. youth at the intersections of sexual orientation with race and ethnicity.
Danish smokers bought less tobacco and more of them quit smoking than usual during the COVID pandemic, according to new research. The result comes as a surprise given that mental health and exercise h
More frequent use of cannabis was associated with higher odds of adverse cardiovascular outcomes, finds new study.
Pregnant smokers reduced their smoking by an average of one cigarette per day before becoming aware they were pregnant, reports a new study of more than 400 pregnant people. Then, in the month after l
The U.S. Surgeon General has concluded that the burden of death and disease from tobacco use in the United States is overwhelmingly caused by cigarettes and other combusted tobacco products.
The marijuana industry is booming across the country. While marijuana use is still viewed negatively by many, this is rapidly changing.
People who use therapeutic cannabis are more likely to also use nicotine products than the general population, according to a new study.
Coffee affects the brain's nicotine receptors, which might explain the coffee-cigarette morning combo familiar to smokers.
Electronic cigarettes have attracted media and consumer attention for claims of their addictive nature, variety of flavors, and increased use among teens, sparking regulatory oversight and policies. A
The cannabis market continues to make money. And there’s plenty to go around to HVAC contractors who see the need of them within the space.
A big part of the growth cycle of the cannabis plant is deeply rooted in the ability of the plant to absorb and rid itself of water vapor, so we now add a D to HVAC for dehumidification.
Cannabis grow facilities offer HVAC requirements and pitfalls unlike just about any other application.
For grow facility applications, chilled water systems make a lot of sense, as they can provide an optimal growing environment.
Cannabis operations can take years to perfect their HVAC. But for Brandon Schmitzer of High Mountain LLC in Vassar, Michigan, the HVAC side was a cinch.
The legal cannabis market continues to represent the dot-com era. Plenty of opportunity remains.
Diverse examples show the importance of air movement and the creative ways in which contractors and manufacturers have dealt with it successfully.
By age 33, Kristy had been a heavy smoker for 20 years. She had a smoker's cough and shortness of breath and knew she had to quit. Kristy tried using electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) as a way to q
What makes a smoker quit? The reasons are different for everyone. In this video from CDC's Tips From Former Smokers campaign, Rebecca reveals that the birth of her grandson motivated her to quit. She
Kristy wanted to quit smoking. She tried e-cigarettes to help her quit, but never stopped smoking completely. She eventually quit using e-cigarettes, but kept smoking. In this video from CDC's Tips Fr
Brian, age 60, started smoking cigarettes at age 8. After high school, he joined the Air Force because he wanted a military career. At 35, still smoking and stationed in England, Brian had a heart att
This video from CDC's Tips From Former Smokers campaign shows how Brian's smoking ruined his health and devastated his family. He finally quit smoking for good and was able to get on a heart transplan
Kristy is a 36-year-old truck driver from Tennessee. She smoked cigarettes to help pass time on the road. In this video from CDC's Tips From Former Smokers campaign, Kristy explains what happened when
Becky smoked and now has end-stage COPD. In this video from CDC's Tips From Former Smokers campaign, Becky talks about how her life has changed now that she needs continuous oxygen. Although she's ver
Rebecca struggled with depression. In this video from CDC's Tips From Former Smokers campaign, Rebecca explains how she used to smoke to cope with her depression, but ended up feeling more depressed.
Rebecca started smoking at age 16. At age 33, she was diagnosed with depression. As a smoker for many years, Rebecca turned to cigarettes to help her cope. When she started losing her teeth, she knew
Becky started smoking cigarettes in high school because she thought it would help her fit in. A heavy smoker for years, at age 45 Becky was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)-
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