In front of the pale tower of Los Angeles City Hall, Janet Azhand delivered an impassioned speech in Farsi, surrounded by hookah sellers bearing signs that urged officials to “Save Hookah” and ...

Smoking hookah, also known as water pipe smoking or shisha, has gained popularity worldwide as a social activity. While it may seem like a fun and relaxing pastime, the effects of smoking hookah are ...

Behind the fragrant smoke and social atmosphere of hookah lounges lies a growing public health concern that medical experts increasingly warn about. As hookah bars multiply across urban centers and ...