Graphic warnings may help smokers `kick the butt`
The graphic images motivated smokers to think more deeply about their habit and the risks associated with smoking.
Dec 27, 2015, 17:25 PM IST
Here's how graphic cigarettes images can help smokers to quit
This was associated with them thinking their habit was more dangerous and being more likely to consider quitting.
Dec 22, 2015, 18:08 PM IST
Over 21 percent use tobacco in Himachal, says minister
The state has stepped up efforts to sustain the smoke-free status.
Nov 11, 2015, 14:13 PM IST
Secondhand smoke ruining your kid's teeth
Smokers, you may want to kick that habit as a recent study has linked exposure to secondhand smoke to increased risk of tooth decay in young children.
Oct 22, 2015, 15:52 PM IST
Smokers at greater risk of codeine addiction
A new research has revealed that nicotine gives brain more codeine relief, putting smokers at a higher risk for addiction.
Oct 17, 2015, 16:18 PM IST
Smokers at greater risk of codeine addiction
A new research has revealed that nicotine gives brain more codeine relief, putting smokers at a higher risk for addiction.
Oct 17, 2015, 08:35 AM IST
Got post-heart attack blues? Start exercising and stop smoking
Smokers, you may want to start exercising and kick that habit if you are suffering from depression after a heart attack as a new study suggests so.
Oct 11, 2015, 09:25 AM IST
US launches anti-smoking campaign targeting 'hip-hop' teens
'Fresh Empire' is part of the FDA's ongoing efforts to combat tobacco uptake and use among youth.
Oct 07, 2015, 20:23 PM IST
Genes behind lung disease in smokers decoded
British researchers have discovered six independent genetic variants associated with lung health and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) -- revealing association with lung disease and smoking behaviour.
Sep 28, 2015, 11:15 AM IST
People in addiction treatment more likely to smoke
People undergoing treatment for drugs and alcohol addiction around the world use tobacco at two to three times the rate of people who are not being treated for addiction, finds a 20-country study.
Sep 23, 2015, 17:56 PM IST
Children of smoking parents likely to be smokers
Teenagers are much more likely to smoke and be dependent on nicotine if either parent is dependent on nicotine, says a new study.
Sep 18, 2015, 19:19 PM IST
Beware! Smoking can make you diabetic
Smoking cigarettes or breathing in second-hand tobacco smoke significantly increases the risk of Type-2 diabetes, warns a new study.
Sep 18, 2015, 19:14 PM IST
To keep your teenager from smoking, kick the butt yourself
Smokers, you may want to kick that habit if you don`t want your kids to smoke as a recent study showed that the more a parent smokes, the more their teenage son or daughter will also smoke.
Sep 18, 2015, 11:29 AM IST
Active, passive smokers have higher diabetes risk
As per a recent study, active and passive smokers have a significantly higher type 2 diabetes risk than people who have never smoked.
Sep 18, 2015, 11:01 AM IST
Smokers at increased risk of tooth loss
Regular and heavy smokers have a significantly increased risk of tooth loss, warns a study.
Sep 15, 2015, 13:40 PM IST
