Browsing Category
Quit Smoking
Breaking the Powerful Draw of Nicotine – The New York Times
Nicotine patches, gum and vapes can help satisfy some cravings, but they can't replace the rituals of smoking: retreating outdoors with a co-conspirator, crumpling cellophane and paper foil when you open a new package, the intoxicating buzz…
Mother of triplets quits smoking for her babies and for herself
Amy Fossum's apartment in Fargo, North Dakota is full. Lots of diapers, lots of bottles and lots of clothes for her triplets named Elias, Bennett and Zane.
"I feed babies all day," Fossum said.
One object that…
Altria’s $13 billion Juul investment has lost 95% of its value
Juul branded vape cartridges are for sale at a store in Atlanta, Georgia.Elie Nouvelage | ReutersCigarette maker Altria's $13 billion investment in struggling vaping company Juul has gone up in smoke - it's now worth less than 5% of its…
Cholesterol and menopause: what is the relationship?
Menopause is a natural stage in life that occurs when a person with ovaries does not have their period for more than 12 months. On average, this happens at about 51 years old.Hormonal changes occur at this stage of life. The ovaries…
Runners brave thick fog in city’s first full 26.2-mile run since COVID
More than 24,000 runners sped, trotted and walked past some of San Francisco's most famous structures and sights on Sunday — the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Crissy Field among them — as they celebrated the return of the San…
Senator Markey directs colleagues to voice support for FDA’s proposed ‘saving’ ban…
Washington (July 22, 2022) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass) led 18 of his colleagues to send a letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today in support of the FDA rules proposed earlier this year that would ban…
Diagnose and treat chronic hypertension
Blood pressure is the force of blood against the inner walls of your arteries. It can change throughout the day and throughout your life. When your blood pressure is well above the normal healthy range, it is called high blood pressure or…
The Walton Arts Center is accepting art submissions
Beer and anthemsBeer & Hymns, the region's only fundraising event for nonprofits, today announced a new partnership with Soldier Songs & Voices Northwest Arkansas, a nonprofit offering music lessons and songwriting and instruments…
Economic Impact of Tobacco Use on Hoosiers – Inside INdiana Business
During his 2018 State of the State address, Governor Eric Holcomb delivered a simple truth: “A healthy Indiana depends first and foremost on the health of our people. The speech was a signal that public health was on the…
Health tips to prepare your body for fertility treatments | Health
According to research published in WebMD, IVF treatment is never the first step in infertility treatment unless there is complete tubal obstruction. Instead, it is reserved for cases in which other methods such as fertility drugs,…
Madison woman named 2021 Queen of CT by weight loss program, Take Off Pounds Sensably
MADISON — Sitting in the lobby outside her gym, Margaret Grillo, 75, 5-foot-5, looks trim and sporty in her workout clothes.There's no outward sign that Grillo used to stuff an entire bag of Cheetos in bed with chocolates every night, or…
This under-the-radar stock just got a huge freebie from the Biden administration
As the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported in June that it was developing a proposal for a new set of standards that would place a hard cap on the level of nicotine allowed in cigarettes to reduce addiction, shares…
Han Ji Min learned to smoke for THIS thriller
Han Ji Min recalled his experience filming the 2018 movie “Miss Baek.” During her guest appearance on tvN's "You Quiz on the Block," the 39-year-old beauty opened up about the changes she made to the movie. Keep reading for…
Smoke therapy with the #MakeTheSwitch campaign
The #MakeTheSwitch campaign is an initiative of "The Trost", a New Delhi-based lifestyle and wellness start-up, which was launched on the occasion of "World No Tobacco Day". This day is celebrated on May 31 every year to…
Book matches lose their flame in Japan amid rise in lighters, e-cigarettes and smoking bans
Takahiro Ono, who heads the Tarumi Match Museum, holds up a matchbook in Kobe City on June 2, 2022. (Mainichi/Tsuyoshi Kosaka)
TOKYO -- Matchbooks, small cardboard!-->…
Is it good or bad for you? – Cleveland Clinic
Chewing gum is harmless, right? In fact, you may have even heard somewhere that it's actually good for your teeth.
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps…
The FDA’s war on Juul is bad health policy
The Food and Drug Administration has once again exposed a deadly threat to the health of Americans: the FDA itself. Smoking rates have plummeted among Americans over the past decade, but now the agency's empire-building!-->!-->…
Let’s talk about nicotine | American Council on Science and Health
The FDA's decision to require lower levels of nicotine in cigarettes is based on the idea that by lowering the dose enough, a non-addictive cigarette could be created. What scientific evidence do we have about what this nicotine dosage…
Links between vape prescribers and sellers raise concerns
The service offers a Telehealth telephone consultation that is billed in bulk or, for $45, issues a prescription via an online form.The email did not mention that vapes must be prescribed to quit smoking. However, the Smartstop website…
Hypnosis, a post-covid option to help people quit and stop smoking
Lincoln, United States – June 23, 2022 —
The dangers of smoking after Covid and the harmful effects of smoking on your health are common knowledge, find out how the many people who have become addicted to smoking can now become…
Schools are crying out for help with kids as young as seven vaping
There are concerns that children as young as seven are vaping in New Zealand. And figures suggest that up to 25% of 15-year-olds vape regularly.
The government has revealed it is planning a health campaign targeting young people…
Three generations of the same Northumberland family finally started smoking together
She used to pinch her parents' cigarettes, smoked for over thirty years and didn't even quit when she developed bronchitis - but Karen Pugh from Northumberland finally quit the habit with the help of her mother and her daughter - both of!-->…
Smoking and non-small cell lung cancer: what is the connection?
Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer, accounting for approximately 85 percent of all cases. Smoking is by far its main cause. Roughly 90 percent of all cases of lung cancer are due to tobacco use,…
Getting more smokers to kick their ‘toxic’ habit | Daily Express Online
IS SMOKING a big health problem in Malaysia? Yes, it is worrying. The 2019 National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) shows that one in five Malaysians over the age of 15 are smokers. According to the NHMS, there are approximately 4.7…
Lung cancer, second most common cancer in the valley: Dr Naveed
Dr Naveed Shah is the first J&K Pulmonologist, Professor and Head of Chest Medicine GMC Srinagar who played a leading role in handling the COVID 19 crisis in UT.
In an exclusive interview with Rising…
New scare campaign to stop school children from vaping
Schoolchildren in Western Australia are the target of a new scare campaign exposing the serious harms of vaping.The state government launched the education initiative on Friday in a bid to reduce the number of students who smoke…
Long-term study finds that smoking doubles the risk of developing heart failure
Newswise - A new study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that people who smoked tobacco cigarettes developed heart failure twice as often as those who never smoked. This higher rate occurred in…
Alton smoker tells kids not to start
ALTON — Thirty years of smoking a pack and a half of cigarettes a day. Breathing problems. Three trips to the emergency room. Throat cancer. Almost lost his vocal cords. Radiotherapy. A temporary tracheostomy leading to an exclusively…
NHS Lanarkshire marks National Smile Month with offer to help smokers
NHS Lanarkshire is offering help for those who want to quit smoking in recognition of National Smile Month. The event kicked off on May 16 and will run until June 16. The health board supports those who want to kick the habit of promoting!-->…
Should the minimum legal smoking age in England be changed?
The government may be considering raising the legal smoking age in England from 18 to 21, and we want to know your opinion on the matter. Health Secretary Sajid Javid favors changes to the country's tobacco policy with plans to become!-->…
Overview of 2022 quit smoking apps market size by 2029
The research studies provide solid guidance for market players to compete well with other participants operating in the global Stop Smoking Apps Market. It sheds light on critical market dynamics, including the Stop Smoking App market…
Quit relaunches Sponge’s hard-hitting ad campaign
On May 22, Quit will launch a public education campaign reinforcing the negative impact of smoking on the lungs and highlighting how Quitline (13 7848) can support people everywhere on their journey to quitting smoking. The campaign will…
Ethics consultation: frequent forced weighings for hospital workers? MD/JD weighs
Welcome to Ethics Consult - an opportunity to discuss, (respectfully) debate and learn together. We select an ethical dilemma from a real, but…
Why is everyone so obsessed with Elf bars?
Disposable vapes have recently grown in popularity - but the trend may not be trivial because it seems
They are everywhere. They are in the manicured mittens of young professionals, perched on the terraces of Instagrammable!-->…
EXODUS’ GARY HOLT Almost A Year Sober: “I’m Playing The Best I’ve Ever…
EXODUS and KILLER guitarist Gary Holt celebrated his 333rd day of sobriety on Sunday, May 15. He wrote on his Instagram page: "Triple three today and I've never felt better."When I decided to quit drinking, I wondered if I would still be…
Teens in central Louisiana lead anti-tobacco initiative
ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana (KALB) - On Saturday, high school students from across central Louisiana gathered at the Alexandria Mall to encourage people to drop off their tobacco products.Students participate in the national Next Era program in…
Is the air bubble in IV harmful? |
OF THE NORTH AMERICAN UNION, 300 W 57th STREET, 15th FLOOR, NEW YORK, NY…
Letters to the Editor Wednesday, May 11 – The Daily Gazette
The rich should pay their fair share of taxesThe pandemic has enriched many people, unfortunately not our heroes working in the health and service sectors.People I know are aware that this is not right and assume that nothing can rectify…
Florida No Tobacco Week | Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade
Miami, Florida – Each year, Tobacco Free Florida and the Miami-Dade County Florida Department of Health announce Florida Tobacco Free Week as the beginning of an initiative focused on a major public health issue related to tobacco use. .…
Routine lung cancer screening recommended for more current former smokers – Bemidji Pioneer
DULUTH — What started as a routine medical checkup in early January turned into a life-changing day for Tom Collier. The Duluth man's doctor, Kelly McKinnon, questioned him about his medical history, including smoking. Even…
Taiwan urges employers to persuade staff to quit smoking
Employers have been urged to encourage their employees to quit smoking after it was listed as a risk factor for complications from COVID-19.…
Tala Pasifika supports “World Smokefree May”
Tala Pasifika supports 'World Smokefree May' all the way. Hāpai Te Hauora's announcement declaring "World Smokefree May" ahead of the international observance of "World Smokefree Day" by the World Health Organization on Tuesday, May 31,…
Menthol Cigarettes Stay Fresh, But Head Towards Illegal Status [Infographic]
They were marketed as "cool", "mild" and "refreshing", but were also linked to making smoking more palatable and negatively impacting communities of color. The United States Food and Drug Administration announced on Thursday that it plans…
Thailand’s health minister won’t stop vaping legalization
Wednesday, April 27, 2022, 5:27 p.m.Press release: CAPHRA
"Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul may not support legalizing e-cigarettes, but most politicians and the public do, with…
how to quit smoking today
Quitting smoking, or smoking cessation, describes the combination of medications and aids, changes in personal habits, and emotional support that help people quit smoking. Quitting smoking can have immediate…
The son’s respect goes up in smoke
Editor's Note: This column was originally published on November 1, 2007.In one long puff of a good Dominican cigar, I may have lost my son.It's been easy so far to maintain my stature of perfection in his 5-year-old eyes, and I've enjoyed…
Underage vaping worries health officials | Local News
The Tobacco 21 Act is supposed to keep tobacco and vaping products out of the hands of people under 21.This…
Do you want to stop smoking ? Launch Yourself To A Smoke-Free Life With Quit Classes From Carson…
Event date:
Repeats every week until Thu Jun 09 2022 . April 28, 2022 - 4:00 p.m.
May 5, 2022 - 4:00 p.m.…
Touting mental health benefits, advocates aim to decriminalize psychedelic plants in Illinois
April 16 - CHICAGO - Marine Corps veteran Justin Wigg suffered from anger issues and other symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, but traditional medicine had done little to help. So last fall he traveled to Peru for treatment that is…
Oxford United charity launches Fit Fans scheme
OXFORD United's official charity is launching a program to help fans improve their cardiovascular health.
The Fit Fans service will be provided by Oxford United in the community, with the program designed to increase…
2022 Quit Smoking Apps Market Size Analysis by Major Key Players
New Jersey, United States,- The Global Stop Smoking Apps Market is comprehensively and thoroughly examined in the report, focusing on the competitive landscape, regional growth, market segmentation, and market dynamics. For the…
Fight for Air Climb raises funds for lung research – Action News Jax
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Hundreds of people took part in the American Lung Association's Air Climb Struggle at TIAA Bank Field on Saturday.NARRATIVE: Opening of new express lanes on the I-295 East BeltwayThis marked the 14th year of the event…
Need for science-based pragmatism rather than dogmatism to shape tobacco reduction policies, Health…
By Prof Dr Nimesh G DesaiThis month marks World Health Day, April 7, an important day that highlights the importance of physical and mental health and well-being. With the theme “Our Planet, Our Health”, the pandemic has provided an…
Greece among the countries with the highest smoking rates in the world
Despite the indoor smoking ban, Greece remains among the countries with the highest smoking rates in the world, although there has been a significant decrease from a few years ago, said the chief executive of tobacco giant Philip Morris…
Can’t kick this habit? Newport News researchers are looking for smokers to try new drugs
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) – Many of us have picked up bad habits during the pandemic. A government study shows that cigarette sales have increased by 20%.
If you have tried to kick this habit without success, Hampton Roads…
BUSINESS OVERVIEW | Business | herald-dispatch.com
Cancer Commission grants reaccreditation to Cabell Huntington HospitalHUNTINGTON — The Commission on Cancer,…
All in the Mind – Tobacco Reporter
StakeholdersA successful HCHE, according to the white paper, resembles a consumer buying model in which informed buyers express demands that support their well-being and stakeholders succeed in recognizing and responding to those demands.…
Smoking law: Durham councilors seek support from MPs
COUNCIL health watchers have written to local MPs asking for their support for anti-smoking campaigns as a new law is debated in parliament.
Durham County Council's Cabinet Member for Health, Councilor Paul Sexton,…
UK recognizes role of vaping in reducing harm
UKVIA, which promotes vaping as a far less harmful alternative to smoking and its significant impact in helping smokers quit, as well as dispelling misinformation about vaping that exists, has submitted a landmark set of recommendations to…
Vaporizers, E-Cigarettes, and Other Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) Global Market Report…
ReportLinkerThe major players in the vaporizers, e-cigarettes and other electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) market are Dash Vapes, Hubbly Bubbly, Liquideu, Nice Vapor, Pacific Smoke International, Puff Ecig, Simple Vape Co.New York,…
New York smokers would accept as much as $14,400 to quit, study finds
A lot of research has been done on the harmful effects of smoking, leaving many smokers in a tough spot. Although the negative effects of tobacco smoke are very obvious and it is easy to wonder why so many smokers (about 14% of American…
Tobacco Processing Center | VA Health Care Cincinnati
What your healthcare team wants you to know
Congratulations on your decision to quit smoking! In just 20 minutes, your heart rate and blood pressure begin to drop. Within 8 hours, your oxygen level increases. You will be able to…
Doctors call for restrictions on ‘kid-friendly’ vapes as import ban doesn’t harm…
The ban was originally due to come into effect in 2020, but was delayed for more than a year after strong opposition from several Coalition backbenchers who favored a more libertarian approach.Vaping devices use electricity to heat a liquid…
The Science of Tobacco Harm Reduction – By: . .
In the 40 years since Professor Michael Russell, a South African scholar and specialist in the field of smoking behavior, pioneered the logic that smokers smoke nicotine but are killed by tar, the claim remained largely indisputable despite…
Science of tobacco harm reduction
Lanre Odusile
Posted March 15, 2022
In the 40 years since Professor Michael Russell, a South African academic and specialist in the field of smoking behavior, pioneered the logic that smokers smoke for the nicotine but are killed by…
Smokers have struggled with their habit during the coronavirus pandemic, researchers say
The coronavirus pandemic has proven to be a difficult time for cigarette smokers, according to new NHS figures. The number of people in Leicester and the wider county who have tried to quit has risen from 4,735 in the year ending March 2020!-->…
Financial incentives can double abstinence rates
by Léontine Goldzahl, Florence Jusot, Ivan Berlin, Noémi Berlin, The…
Wales aims to become a tobacco-free nation by 2030
Wales aims to become a tobacco-free nation by the end of this decade. Around 14% of the population currently take up the habit, but the Welsh Government believe it can reduce this figure to less than 5% by 2030 with the right targeted!-->…
Why e-cigarette taxation is backfiring on states – and consumers – InsideSources
As the coronavirus pandemic drags on, we are all worried about our health. But the latest efforts to clamp down on vaping in Massachusetts aren't delivering the public health benefits promised by their proponents — and it's not hard to…
National Medicare Coverage Determination for Lung Cancer Screening Significantly Expands Eligibility
Medicare expands eligibility criteria for lung cancer screening coverage.
Getty
Last month, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its final decision on a National Coverage Determination…
Periconceptional smoking delays embryonic development and affects birth outcomes
March 02, 2022
3 minute read
ADD A SUBJECT TO EMAIL ALERTS
…
7 Ways to Kick the Habit – Cleveland Clinic
You might want to think twice before lighting up your next cigarette.
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse…
Smoking predicts albuminuria in prediabetes and diabetes
the study covered in this summary was published on SSRN's Preprints With The Lancet as a preprint and has not yet been peer-reviewed.
Key points to remember
People who smoked and had prediabetes or…
Nutritionist Pooja Malhotra shares simple ways to increase HDL or good cholesterol
Include nuts and seeds, oily fish, mustard oil, olives to increase HDLOur bodies need cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of heart disease. But not all cholesterol is bad.…
Ads Hooked Black Smokers on Menthols. Now CU experts are fighting back
Years of targeted advertising by big tobacco have turned menthol cigarettes into a racial issue, hooking mostly black Americans to mint-flavored tobacco products. Today, public health experts at the University of Colorado's Anschutz…
Study finds e-cigarettes less effective for quitting smoking
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - We all know the health risks of smoking cigarettes: from lung cancer to emphysema, there is no shortage of data and research showing the problems smoking can cause. This is why, in recent decades, smoking cessation…
Cancer prevention and veterans: reduce your cancer risk today
This is the first blog post in a three-part series on cancer prevention among veterans.
Cancer prevention starts with healthy living, including healthy eating, maintaining a healthy weight, and reducing your overall stress. Cancer…
Big Tobacco struggles to convince investors it can quit smoking
Big Tobacco's bets on smoking alternatives are starting to pay off. Britain's British American Tobacco expects its non-combustible business to turn a profit by 2025, while at Marlboro maker Philip Morris International nearly a third…
To help smokers quit, combining treatments is essential
Many smokers who say they have tried everything to quit have not used behavioral treatments.
Nancy Rigotti, MDDirector, Center for Tobacco Research and Treatment, Massachusetts General Hospital
BOSTON-- Despite advances in public health,…
Study: E-cigarettes don’t help people quit smoking
E-cigarettes may not be helpful for people who want to quit smoking, an analysis of the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) cohort…