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Vaping ‘to be banned outside schools and hospitals’ in England

Measures to stop children from vaping could be included in forthcoming tobacco and vapes bill

The Guardian - UK

Reducing Smoking Prevalence To 5% Improves Longevity, Saves Millions Of Lives Worldwide: Study

By lowering the prevalence of smoking from current levels to just 5% everywhere, there will be a significant boost in life expectancy and prevent millions of premature deaths worldwide by 2050.

Medical Daily

One million people in England vape despite never having smoked regularly, study finds

Researchers suggest stricter regulation as one in 10 people in Britain aged 16 or over now use e-cigarettes

The Guardian - UK

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One million people who never regularly smoked now vape in England – study

The increase was largely driven by young adults, with an estimated 14% of 18 to 24-year-olds who never regularly smoked now vaping, researchers say.

The Independent UK

Targeted support could reduce infant mortality gap across England, study finds

Researchers say interventions could address key factors, such as smoking, but ‘structural changes’ also needed

The Guardian - UK

8 Years After Legalizing Pot, California Will Finally Allow Cannabis Cafés

The new law should help licensed retailers compete with the black market while mitigating the odor that offends Donald Trump and J.D. Vance.

Reason

Stoptober 2024 starts now: Tips on how to quit smoking

The NHS estimates that Stoptober has inspired 2.5 million people to quit smoking already

Evening Standard

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Pharmacists are now allowed to supply nicotine vapes over the counter. But they might not be so easy to access

From today, October 1, new changes to Australian laws around vaping products should make it easier for adults to get low-dose nicotine vapes as a tool to quit smoking.

The Conversation

Queen Camilla's Son Addresses Rumors About Her Alleged Smoking and Drinking

"Never drunk a glass of gin in her life."

Marie Claire

Companies keep selling harmful products – but history shows consumers can win in the end

In 2023, 42 state attorneys general sued Meta to remove Instagram features that Meta’s own studies had shown – and independent research had confirmed – are harmful to teenage girls.

The Conversation

Dr Strangelove: London theatre audiences warned that nuclear satire play features 'cigarette smoking'

Critics mock warning of smoking on stage in West End adaptation of Dr Strangelove featuring Steve Coogan

Evening Standard

Country diary: A hunter drops from the sky, ragged as a shot jackdaw

Faccombe, Hampshire: A small, dark, scythe-winged hobby puppets away a swallow, stealing a smoking patch of sky with it

The Guardian - UK

A Root Cause of the Main Causes of Death In America Is Something Doctors Know Little About

Inverse

Cervical cancer: Lifestyle habits that increase the risk and how to prevent them

The first step towards prevention of any disease is gaining a deeper understanding of the causes behind it, and lifestyle is a major contributing factor behind numerous ailments. While genetics and environmental factors play very important roles, one cannot ignore how lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise, smoking and consumption…

The Times of India

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Evening Standard

How many Londoners actually smoke? Analysis reveals number of smokers in decline

Figures suggest that proposed outdoor smoking ban would only impact small number of Londoners

Evening Standard

Ban on smoking outside pubs is on the table to boost nation's health, says Wes Streeting

Industry leaders have warned that the proposals could cause economic harm to the hospitality sector.

The Guardian - AU

There are way more smoke and vape shops than there used to be. Has the government crackdown had any effect?

New business registrations with vaping-related keywords in the name were lower in 2024 than for any other year

The Times of India

Why there are growing cases of respiratory disease in India

According to the 2017 Global Burden of Diseases Report, India is among the countries with the highest burden of chronic respiratory diseases, accounting for 15.69% of global cases and 30.28% of global deaths from these conditions. It has the highest number of COPD cases, with 55.23 million affected, and the…

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Evening Standard

Leonardo DiCaprio distances himself from Sean 'Diddy' Combs after picture emerges of star at 'White Party'

An old photo has emerged showing a young DiCaprio smiling and smoking with the disgraced musician

The Times of India

What is the ABCDE algorithm for the prevention of heart disease?

Most heart problems are asymptomatic at early stages as they generally develop slowly over many years. Damage to the arteries, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes, results from many small choices you make throughout your life, including your dietary habits, physical activity levels, weight management, ability to cope…

The Guardian - UK

The right calls it the ‘nanny state’ – I call it standing up to rich corporations and protecting people’s health

By targeting junk food and smoking, the government isn’t attacking ‘freedom’. It’s just fulfilling one of its most vital roles, says global public health expert Devi Sridhar

The Guardian - UK

Risk of lung cancer from radiotherapy doubles for breast cancer patients who smoke

Non-smokers found to have 1% chance of treatment leading to disease compared with between 2% and 6% for smokers

Medical Daily

Best Nicotine Patches to Help You Quit Smoking for Good: 9 Benefits And How To Use Them

Nicotine patches offer a simple yet powerful way to quit smoking by delivering a controlled, consistent dose of nicotine through the skin, helping to ease withdrawal symptoms and cravings. For many, this small patch represents the first step toward a smoke-free life, offering support every hour of the day. Here's…

Bangkok Post

New bill plans to keep cannabis legal

Thailand has proposed a new bill to regulate its cannabis industry and restrict marijuana uses to health and medical purposes, the latest effort to control recreational smoking after several policy u-turns.

The Times of India

Can e-cigarettes actually help quit smoking?

For many people, giving up smoking might be one of the hardest things to do. However, we all know that quitting smoking has several benefits that are worth all the struggle. While there are many resources available to assist in breaking the habit, using e-cigarettes is one that has attracted…

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