Tag: Smoking
Smoking cannabis in the home can increase odds of detectable levels in children
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of California San Diego delved…
Financial rewards significantly increase smoking cessation rates, even in pregnancy
Financial rewards and incentives have been proven to be effective methods in helping people quit smoking, as highlighted…
Study finds chances of quitting smoking improve with integrated care, including medication and counseling
Lung cancer screening presents a critical opportunity for smokers to quit, according to a study conducted by researchers…
Smoking just one cigarette can reduce lifespan by about 20 minutes
A recent study conducted by behavioral scientists at University College London has revealed shocking information about the impact…
Milan Says No To Outdoor Smoking In Italy’s Toughest Ban
In a bid to improve air quality and protect public health, Milan has implemented its toughest smoking ban…
Free vaping kits to help New Zealanders quit smoking
The Government is set to distribute vaping starter kits to stop-smoking services nationwide starting next week in a…
Cancer screening and quitting smoking have saved nearly 6 million lives
A recent study conducted by biostatistician Katrina Goddard and her team at the National Cancer Institute has revealed…
U.K.’s Phased Smoking Ban Moves Closer To Law
A recent smoking ban in the U.K. has sparked debate among lawmakers, health campaigners, and the public. The…
Tax, smoke-free legislation and anti-smoking campaigns linked to smoking reduction
Tobacco use remains a significant global health challenge, despite extensive control measures at both national and international levels.…
Eliminating tobacco smoking could help increase life expectancy by 2050, study suggests
The Global Burden of Disease, Injuries and Risk Factors (GBD) Tobacco Forecasting Collaborators recently published a study in…
Drugs for quitting smoking, bird flu updates
STAT Cutting-edge ‘bioinks’ could make 3D-printed organs a reality STAT ‘A ticking time bomb’: Doctors worry about spike…
Smoking cessation drug development has stagnated. Here’s why
Quitting smoking is a challenging endeavor for many Americans, as evidenced by the fact that 5 out of…