Tag: Smoking
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Centre’s ban on e-cigarettes evokes mixed reactions among stakeholders
The Centre's decision was slammed by trade bodies and certain stakeholders related to e-cigarettes, who reportedly alleged that it was a “draconian” move taken hastily in the interest of the conventional cigarette industry.
September 18, 2019 -
Eating nuts twice a week lowers heart attack risk: Study
A total of 5,432 adults aged 35 and older with no history of cardiovascular disease were randomly selected from urban and rural areas.
September 1, 2019 -
Smoking kills
However, none have quantified and compared the incidence of Stemi associated with smoking between genders and within different age groups.
July 3, 2019 -
How to cope with COPD – chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder
COPD is a serious disorder which makes it difficult for a person to breathe. It is one of the major causes of mortality around the world and estimates indicate that the deaths due to this condition are likely to increase by more than 30% in the next 10 years.
April 15, 2019 -
Smoking over 20 cigarettes a day can cause blindness
While excessive smoking has been linked to various health issues, including heart disease and cancer, a new study has warned that smoking over 20 cigarettes a day can cause blindness.
February 20, 2019 -
Parent’s smoking, depression may up ADHD risk in children
Smoking and depression in parents may increase the risk of ADHD in their children.
August 9, 2018 -
Smoking, diabetes linked to dementia risk
While smoking and diabetes have long been known to increase the risk of cancer and heart disease.
June 14, 2018 -
Innovation needed to curb smoking
As the world observes the 30th World No Tobacco Day tomorrow (31 May), it is important to acknowledge the progress that has been accomplished to reduce smoking rates. However, we still face many challenges as we aim to end this global epidemic. While many people believe smoking is becoming less prevalent, there is the same …
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May 30, 2018 -
The titanic effects of social norms
In an attempt to discourage a certain behaviour through the incorporation of social norms into the policy structure, policy-makers often, without malicious intent, and as an epitaph to their clamorous failure, reinforce the very behaviour they set out to discourage or eliminate. For example, a state-run or private campaign to discourage smoking amplifes the number …
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April 18, 2018 -
Twitterati stand by Mahira Khan as her smoking video surfaces
Last year, Pakistani actor Mahira Khan was brutally trolled as her photographs in which she was seen smoking with Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor in New York went viral. She was trolled for smoking as well for wearing a short dress. Recently, another video of her went viral in which she is smoking at an event. …
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March 31, 2018 -
Smoking marijuana may lead non-smokers to cigarettes
If you only smoke marijuana there are higher chances that you may end up smoking cigarettes too.
March 28, 2018 -
Smoking during pregnancy linked to asthma severity in kids
Women who smoke while pregnant contribute to the severity of asthma and poor lung function in their children.
March 7, 2018 -
Government lost Rs 13,000 cr revenue due to cigarette smuggling
The Federation of All India Farmers Association (FAIFA) on Tuesday said India has lost approximately Rs 13,000 crore in revenue due to growing cigarette smuggling and urged it to curb the menace. “Illegal cigarette trade is more than 25 per cent of the cigarette industry in the country making India the fourth largest and fastest …
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January 30, 2018 -
40 pc quit smoking after getting enrolled in NTQLS
Nearly 40 per cent people quit smoking and tobacco use after getting enrolled in the National Tobacco Quit Line Service, according to data revealed by Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute. Aimed at helping habitual smokers and tobacco users to quit its use, the programme was launched by Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on 30 …
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January 12, 2018 -
Stop smoking, eat healthy, meditate to avoid obesity
Stop smoking, eat right at the right time, balance your diet and meditate.
December 20, 2017 -
Want to quit smoking? Milind Soman will tell you how
Milind Soman, who has time and again raised the bar for fitness and health, will be stepping into the shoes of a new adventure-based show titled, 'I Can You Can'.
December 16, 2017 -
Nicotine patch safer for pregnant women than smoking
Smoking during pregnancy is the most significant, preventable risk factor for poor maternal and infant health outcomes.
December 11, 2017