Tobacco cessation paradox
India is home to nearly 270 million tobacco users and accounts for roughly one-fifth of all tobacco-related deaths worldwide.
India is home to nearly 270 million tobacco users and accounts for roughly one-fifth of all tobacco-related deaths worldwide.
The Tobacco Board has urged the Union government to reconsider the recent hike in excise duties on cigarettes, warning that the move could sharply increase illicit trade and severely impact millions of tobacco farmers, workers, and small retailers across the country.
The ban will also apply to visitors entering the Maldives, a South Asian country popular for luxury tourism and home to 1,191 small coral islets.
Tobacco consumption is a significant public health challenge in India, claiming over 13 lakh lives annually.
Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, on Tuesday informed members of the Upper House about a notable decline in tobacco use among women and school-going children aged 13 to 15 years.
Picture this: with winter around the corner, there is a slight chill in the air. Coupled with the alarming levels of pollution which have forced everyone indoors, it’s the ideal time to curl up on your couch and binge watch your favourite web-series, which has eight short episodes of 30 minutes each.
The pancreas, a small organ situated deep within the abdomen, often goes unnoticed until it becomes a source of health concern. Responsible for producing digestive enzymes and regulating blood sugar, the pancreas plays a pivotal role in maintaining overall health.
After remaining suspended for a day, an escorted convoy of 1,626 pilgrims left Jammu to perform the ongoing Amarnath Yatra on Sunday.
Tobacco use has long been known to have a negative impact on the health of your gums, leaving them more susceptible to illness, tooth discoloration, and oral infection.
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) joined hands with schools and launched ‘Prahari Clubs’ to ensure a…
