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IMPORTANCE OF QUITTING NICOTINE
Selena Gomez opens up about nicotine addiction, admitting “it’s really hard” to quit vaping after her voice changesGomez has revealed that she used to vape nicotine heavily and said it is very difficult to quit. In an Instagram Story on October 18, the s...
We have invested $16 billion in R&D of less harmful alternatives for smokers: Philip Morris International’s Tomoko IidaPhilip Morris International (PMI) is offering a range of less harmful alternatives for smokers and has invested USD 16 billion in research,...
Why do people smoke? The psychology, science and social reasons say those who smoke despite knowing the health risks aren't just chasing nicotine, they may be seeking...Why do people smoke despite knowing the health risks? Explore the science, psychology and social factors behind smoking addiction, and nico...
Experts back OTC access to NRT across all formats and dosages, including 2 mg and 4 mg, as India struggles with a Tobacco quit success rate under 5%The report highlights the significant economic burden of tobacco use, particularly among low-income households, and underscores how reducin...
PMI’s Science-Led shift: Dr. Moira Gilchrist argues for Tobacco Harm Reduction at Technovation 2024
You may soon need prescription for nicotine gums and patchesAs per the existing provisions under Schedule K of Drugs Rules, 1945, nicotine gum and lozenges containing up to 2mg of nicotine are exempt...
Throes of nicotine withdrawal: Understanding the science of addictionThe science of nicotine addiction has come a long way since 1964.
Tobacco Caused Disease – A Pandemic We Can Rationally Tackle
Tobacco Harm Reduction - A Missed Public Health Opportunity for India
Why quitting smoking is crucial during COVID-19 pandemicSmoking substantially worsens health outcomes for COVID-19 patients.
Smokers are more vulnerable to Covid-19Using Nicotine Replacement Therapy can double your chances of quitting smoking (9)
Exodus from the smoking room: Will, belief and 5 simple steps to kick the butt for goodOn No Smoking Day, decide to quit the habit and follow these effective steps.
View: Concerns over teen vaping have overshadowed the question of its relative safetyWorries about teen vaping in the US have overshadowed the central question about e-cigarettes — are they safer than smoking?
Health ministry calls for halting sales of e-cigarettes, smoking devicesThe health ministry said it was possible that children and non-smokers using such products could switch to cigarettes once they get addicte...
Higher cigarette taxes may do more harm than good!Given the addictive properties of nicotine, this result increases addiction levels for some consumers.
Nicotine-chomping bacteria key to anti-smoking therapyAn enzyme found in a nicotine-eating bacterium can be recreated in lab settings and might be used as a drug candidate to help people quit s...
Bans don't help smokers kick the butt: StudyBan on smoking in public spaces may not motivate smokers to light up less behind their own closed doors or quit altogether, a study has cla...
India mulls total ban on e-cigarettes, as government panel says safety not establishedAn expert panel on e-cigarettes constituted by the health ministry has recommended a blanket ban on the product, saying its safety has not ...
- E-cigarettes violate drug rules: FDA
Electronic cigarettes sold in the US are being marketed illegally as smoking-cessation aids, the Food and Drug Administration said.
- Pfizer launches drug to help people quit smoking
Aiming to consolidate product portfolio in the Indian market, global pharma giant Pfizer on Thursday said it will introduce 2-3 more produc...