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Health experts urge counseling patients about dangers of secondhand smoke
Three researchers who study behavior-based means of cutting the risks of tobacco use have made a case for counseling patients about the health risks of exposure to secondhand smoke when they're asked about direct tobacco use. view more (2005-10-03)
Study strengthens link between tobacco smoke and behavioral problems in boys with asthma
Boys with asthma who are exposed to environmental tobacco smoke have higher degrees of hyperactivity, aggression, depression and other behavioral problems, according to researchers at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. view more (2008-12-05)
MU study reveals effective anti-tobacco ads should either scare or disgust viewers
Now's the perfect time to increase anti-smoking campaigns - Nov. 20 is the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout. view more (2008-11-21)
TOBACCO CONTROL
The tobacco industry is exploiting the design of cigarette filters to mislead smokers about potential yields of tar and nicotine, finds research in Tobacco Control. The study involved 92 different named brands of cigarette from the US, Canada, and the UK. Filter ventilation is used to dilute the smoke puffed with air, and can range from 5 to 80... view more... (1999-02-12)
Genetic engineering of plants: nature was first
Queen Mary and Westfield College scientists studying resistance to infection in plants have discovered by chance that a natural form of genetic engineering has already brought foreign genes into their genetic make-up. view more (1998-09-01)
Counter advertising at the cinema reduces appeal of smoking only to non-smokers
Screening an anti-smoking advertisement before movies which glamorise smoking reduces the appeal of smoking images in movies only to young non-smokers, according to a study in the June issue of Tobacco Control. view more (2007-06-12)
'Cannabis alters human DNA' -- new study
A new study published by University of Leicester researchers has found "convincing evidence" that cannabis smoke damages DNA in ways that could potentially increase the risk of cancer development in humans. view more (2009-06-17)
Girls and children exposed to tobacco smoke benefit more from montelukast (singulair)
Girls and children exposed to tobacco smoke respond particularly well to montelukast (Singulair) according to researchers at National Jewish Medical and Research Center. view more (2008-05-14)
Smokers with advanced colon cancer may face higher odds of disease recurrence
People with advanced colon cancer who have smoked cigarettes or used other tobacco products for many years may have an increased risk that their colon cancer will return, according to research by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute scientists to be presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), May 30-June 3, in... view more... (2008-05-30)
Does the desire to consume alcohol and tobacco come from our genetic makeup?
Alcohol and smoking can be harmful, if not deadly. While the desire for these substances can be due to environmental cues, genomic factors also play an important role. view more (2007-08-13)
Smokers may be at greater risk of HIV infection
Smokers may be at greater risk of HIV infection than non-smokers, reveals an analysis of published research issued ahead of print in the journal Sexually Transmitted Infections. view more (2006-09-21)
Scientists Reveal The Dangers of Counterfeit Cigarettes
Scientists at the Universities of Glasgow and St Andrews have discovered high levels of a cancer-causing toxic metal in counterfeit cigarettes, widely available in the UK. The fakes are not only illegal but pose an extra health hazard to smokers buying them. The discovery was made when examining samples of the most popular cigarette brands sold... view more... (2004-12-15)
Early exposure to tobacco smoke may lead to early emphysema later
Chronic exposure to tobacco smoke in childhood may contribute to early emphysema later in life, according to new research. view more (2009-05-20)
Industry tactics threaten to derail European alcohol strategy
A European strategy to tackle the health impact of alcohol may be the victim of a carefully planned attack by representatives of the alcohol industry, using tactics associated with tobacco manufacturers. view more (2006-10-27)
Quit&Win 2002 set to help 1,000,000 smokers quit worldwide
Biggest ever quit attempt to begin on 2 May 2002 The largest global effort ever to encourage smokers to dump their habit gets underway on Wednesday 2 May with the start of the fifth international Quit&Win competition. The competition target is to involve up to a million people in the 98 countries organizing the contest all over the world. The... view more... (2002-04-22)
Anti-smoking law helps waiters to quit smoking
Researchers from the Catalan Institute of Oncology have studied the impact of the law banning smoking in public places such as bars and restaurants on those working in these places. view more (2009-09-11)
Tobacco industry accused of corrupting ideals of corporate social responsibility
Two leading tobacco policy experts have today accused transnational tobacco companies of corrupting the concept of corporate social responsibility (CSR) by seeking to use it as a means of directing attention away from the deadly effects of their products and dubious business practices. Jeff Collin, a Lecturer with the Centre on Global Change and... view more... (2002-11-28)
Smoking: Air quality survey shows little progress
PUBS and bars are failing to protect staff and non-smokers from the dangers of tobacco smoke, according to a new study of indoor air quality by researchers at Manchester Metropolitan University. Jo Carrington, a PhD researcher, studied the effectiveness of health and safety measures in 60 watering holes and found that ventilation did not appear to... view more... (2002-04-30)
Understanding teen attitudes critical to quit message
Teen attitudes to smoking need to be re-examined if anti-smoking health campaigns are to be effective, according to Hunter researchers. view more (2008-03-18)
Hold the Hookah: Researcher warns against trendy tobacco use
The growing fad of smoking tobacco through a waterpipe, sometimes known as a hookah, is rapidly turning into a worrisome epidemic. view more (2006-10-02)
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