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First observation of linkage between genes controlling resistance found in crop pests
Researchers at Clemson University, USA have found connections between resistance controlling genes in Heliothis virescens F (Tobacco budworm), a serious pest of cotton. `This linkage may contribute to the rapid evolution of resistance observed in this pest` said researcher Thomas M Brown. view more (2002-01-30)
Early detection of lung cancer
This study was aimed at the detection of lung cancer in its early stages amongst high-risk persons by means of Computerised Axial Tomography (CAT). view more (2005-04-20)
Compulsion to smoke after just one cigarette can lie dormant for more than three years
The compulsion to smoke after having tried just one cigarette can lie dormant for more than three years, indicating a "sleeper effect," reveals a study of teenage smoking habits, published in Tobacco Control. view more (2006-05-25)
Tobacco companies gave donations to hospitality industry to keep it on side
Tobacco manufacturers have deliberately conspired to prevent bars and restaurants from becoming smoke-free zones, finds an analysis of industry documents in Tobacco Control. Led by Philip Morris, manufacturers gave money to hospitality associations, even creating their own body, to stifle opposition to smoke-free premises, says the research. They... view more... (2002-05-27)
Nation's leading experts on substance abuse outline new research agenda
With substance abuse now accounting for one in 14 hospital admissions and generating billions in health care costs, leading scientists held a briefing on Capitol Hill today to present the evidence that we already have and the evidence we need in treating and preventing the use and abuse of alcohol, drugs and tobacco. view more (2009-10-05)
Spiritual beliefs, practices may help smokers quit
Unlike many traditional alcohol and drug dependence treatment programs, mainstream smoking cessation programs generally exclude spiritual practice and beliefs from the treatment process. view more (2007-05-08)
Teen smokers struggle to kick the habit; most want to quit and can't
Most teenagers who smoke cigarettes make repeated attempts to quit but most are unsuccessful, according to new research from the Université de Montréal and funded by the Canadian Cancer Society. view more (2008-07-17)
Smoking restrictions in restaurants are not bad for business
Smoking restrictions in restaurants and firms are not bad for business, shows research in Tobacco Control. Three surveys of firms and restaurants in Quebec were carried out to address concerns about the economic impact of impending legislation regulating employee tobacco use and smoking in restaurants. Altogether 600 firms and 401 restaurants took... view more... (2001-02-23)
Exposure to smoking during school hours influences adolescent smoking behaviour
The years that a child spends in secondary education represent a crucial period of risk of incident smoking. Two studies in Tobacco Control suggest that exposure to smokers in school tutor groups and exposure to teachers smoking during school hours can influence the smoking behaviour of adolescents. In the first study, researchers surveyed 6,522... view more... (2002-08-27)
BIG TOBACCO IS WATCHING: LANCET PAPER HIGHLIGHTS CLOSE SURVEILLANCE AND INFORMATION CONCEALMENT BY BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO AT GUILDFORD DEPOSITORY (p 1812)
PRESS CONFERENCE - THURSDAY 27 MAY, 12-2.00 (London time), London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (Room 4), Keppel Street, London WC1E 7XH, UK;T) +44 (0)20 7927 2073 or +44 (0)7941 294885; E)Lindsay.wright@lshtm.ac.uk OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF CONFIDENTIAL PROJECT TO EXPOSE SECRETS OF TOBACCO INDUSTRY Leading public-health scientists writing in... view more... (2004-05-26)
Computer-based programs provide help for smokers trying to quit
Trying to quit cigarettes but don't know how? A new analysis led by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, School of Public Health, suggests that Web- and computer-based smoking cessation programs are worth a try, and fortunately during these tough economic times, many of them are free. view more (2009-05-26)
U of MN study finds health education helps African American light smokers kick the habit
The first clinical trial to focus on light smokers shows that African Americans are motivated to quit more by completing health education than by using nicotine gum. view more (2006-05-31)
New report estimates 12 million cancer cases worldwide
A new American Cancer Society report estimates that there will be over 12 million new cancer cases and 7.6 million cancer deaths (about 20,000 cancer deaths a day) worldwide in 2007. view more (2007-12-18)
Plant-derived vaccines safeguard against deadly plague
Through an innovative feat of plant biotechnology and vaccine design, researchers in the Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University have successfully turned tobacco plants into vaccine production factories to combat the deadliest form of plague. view more (2006-01-10)
Review study finds association between tobacco smoking and increased risk of tuberculosis
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that causes an estimated 2 million deaths each year. The majority of those deaths occur in developing countries, home to more than 900 million of the world's 1.1 billion smokers. view more (2007-01-16)
Smoking can double risk of colorectal polyps
Smokers have a two-fold increased risk of developing colorectal polyps, the suspected underlying cause of most colorectal cancers (CRC), according to a study published in Gastroenterology, the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute. view more (2008-02-04)
Defense peptide found in primates may block some human HIV transmissions
As primates evolved 7 million years ago, the more advanced species stopped making a protein that University of Central Florida researchers believe can effectively block the HIV-1 virus from entering and infecting blood cells. view more (2006-08-10)
Heart attack rates fall following national smoking bans
French researchers announced a striking 15% decrease in admissions of patients with myocardial infarction to emergency wards since the public ban on smoking came into effect in restaurants, hotels and casinos in France last January. view more (2008-02-27)
Study: Cigarette packaging still misleading consumers over health hazards
New research suggests that current regulations have failed to remove misleading information from cigarette packaging, revealing that a substantial majority of consumers believe cigarettes are less hazardous when the packs display words such as "silver" or "smooth," lower numbers incorporated into the brand name, lighter colours... view more... (2009-07-28)
Survival of head and neck cancer patients is greatly affected by coexisting ailments
Current estimates for head and neck cancer survival are largely inaccurate because they widely disregard many of the most common diseases such patients have in addition to their primary cancer, says Jay Piccirillo, M.D., a head and neck specialist at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, the Siteman Cancer Center and Barnes-Jewish... view more... (2008-11-20)
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