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Psychology says your cigarette cravings may have less to do with nicotine than you think- 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...
- 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%
- Caught on camera: Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag filmed vaping in dressing roomRajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was filmed vaping in the team dressing room during a live match broadcast. The incident occurred in th...29 Apr, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
- UK lawmakers approve lifetime smoking ban for today's under-18sBritain passes landmark law to create a smoke-free generation by permanently banning cigarette sales to those aged 17 and under and tighten...22 Apr, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
- Vaping ban: Experts weigh in, put Maldives, Vietnam and Belgium's examples in contextExperts have stressed the importance of such bans to combat early nicotine addiction, while addressing the marketing tactics that target ch...20 Feb, 2025, 05.10 PM IST
- Biden planning a parting gift for Americans: Cigarettes without nicotineThe Biden administration plans to propose a limit on nicotine in cigarettes. This move aims to reduce smoking addiction and save lives. The...13 Jan, 2025, 02.24 PM IST
- Narrative claiming vapes, e-cigarettes healthier alternatives are misleading: ExpertsExperts have raised concerns about the portrayal of e-cigarettes as healthier alternatives to tobacco, warning they can lead to traditional...28 Jul, 2024, 06.53 PM IST
- Throes of nicotine withdrawal: Understanding the science of addictionThe science of nicotine addiction has come a long way since 1964.04 Aug, 2022, 05.27 PM IST
- Startup seeks approval for inhaler that would help smokers quitThe coronavirus pandemic has spurred new interest in products that help users of cigarettes and vaping products quit. Some public health ag...17 Jun, 2020, 09.43 AM IST
- Common diabetes drug may help kick off nicotine addictionNew York, April 6 (IANS) Finding it hard to beat your nicotine addiction? A common drug that helps in diabetes management might help people...06 Apr, 2018, 04.42 PM IST
- Unable to quit smoking? Here's why it's more difficult than you thinkThere's a genetic pathway that contributes to nicotine addiction and makes it difficult for smokers to kick the butt.09 Nov, 2017, 07.57 PM IST
- Inspite of being a health hazard can sugar be called addictive?Eating sugar was never considered as dangerous as drinking alcohol or smoking, but some psychologists have begun to re-think.05 Mar, 2017, 10.44 AM IST
- New treatment to beat nicotine addiction a step closerNew York, Oct 5 (IANS) Researchers have crystallised and determined the 3D structure of a protein that could help them develop new treatmen...05 Oct, 2016, 04.27 PM IST
- E-commerce portals get notice for selling e-cigarettes in PunjabPunjab government has issued notices to various e-commerce portals for allegedly violating the Drugs and Cosmetics Act by selling e-cigaret...23 Jan, 2016, 10.02 PM IST
- Higher cigarette taxes may do more harm than good!Given the addictive properties of nicotine, this result increases addiction levels for some consumers.29 Oct, 2015, 04.59 PM IST
- Smokers' nicotine metabolism determines best way to quitThe effectiveness of a nicotine patch or pills in helping smokers quit may depend on how quickly they metabolise the nicotine in their body...12 Jan, 2015, 01.43 PM IST
- E-cigarettes less addictive than cigarettes: StudyThe popularity of e-cigarettes, which typically deliver nicotine, propylene glycol, glycerin and flavourings through inhaled vapour, has in...10 Dec, 2014, 04.11 PM IST
- E-cigarettes may promote illicit drug use and addictionE-cigarettes may function as a gateway to marijuana and cocaine addiction, just like conventional cigarettes, scientists say.08 Sep, 2014, 10.55 AM IST
- E-cigarettes may not significantly cut heart disease riskNicotine ontributes to smokers' higher risk of developing atherosclerosis, the primary cause of heart attacks.16 Dec, 2013, 04.37 PM IST
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