The hookah and its use as a calming, recreational tool goes back at least to the 17th century, but Reza Bavar’s love of the pipe goes back to 2001. It’s a love that drove Bavar to found Kaloud, a ...

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 ...

Hookah smoking has emerged as a fashionable social activity, particularly among young adults. While hookah bars multiply across the nation and private parties increasingly feature these ornate pipes, ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Smoking hookah can be addictive and harmful, though many dabblers may not realize the dangers, according to a new review. "The cooled and sweetened flavor of hookah tobacco ...

Now that North Carolina's no-smoking law has taken effect, most bars and restaurants across the state have thrown away their ashtrays and herded smokers to outdoor patios. But a few bars are openly ...