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Yoga May Improve Chances Of Quitting Tobacco By 50%, Boost Mental Well-Being: AIIMS Study
Practising yoga may significantly improve a tobacco user's chances of quitting while also reducing anxiety, depression, and other psychological factors linked to addiction, according to a study by researchers at the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
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Education Ministry Launches School Rally Challenge Nationwide For Tobacco-Free Generation
The Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS-2019) reported that 8.4 per cent of students aged 13-15 years currently use tobacco products.
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Lancet Study Highlights Need To Explore Safer Nicotine Alternatives
A lancet study points to the need to explore safer nicotine alternatives alongside the existing tobacco-control measures.
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Tobacco Giant BAT Slashes Thousands Of Jobs In Cost Cutting Drive
British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced that it will reduce its workforce this year to lower costs and rely more on technology.
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Why Tobacco-Linked Cancers Are Often Diagnosed Late? Doctor Explains
Tobacco-related cancers like oral, throat, and lung are often diagnosed late due to symptom normalization among users.
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Why Occasional Smoking May Be More Harmful Than Many People Think
Tobacco smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals, including several known carcinogens and toxic substances.
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From Precancerous Lesions To Malignancy: Why Early Oral Cancer Detection Remains A Challenge
Oral cancer in India is often diagnosed late due to symptom normalization among tobacco users, complicating treatment and reducing survival chances.
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Could Passive Smoke At Home Be Affecting Children More Than Realised? Doctor Explains
Passive smoking refers to inhaling smoke from burning tobacco products as well as smoke exhaled by a smoker. Children are especially vulnerable because their lungs and immune systems are still developing.
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Centre Launches Digital Platform ToFEI To Make School And Colleges Tobacco-Free
The platform is designed to strengthen the implementation of tobacco-control guidelines in educational institutions across the country.
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The Real Cost Of Tobacco Is Paid By Your Health, Says Doctor; See Its Impact
Many tobacco users focus only on the immediate expense of buying cigarettes or other tobacco products. However, the long-term impact is far more serious. Tobacco addiction can lead to years of medical treatment, loss of productivity, and emotional stress for families.
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World No Tobacco Day: Early Signs Of Tobacco-Related Diseases Users Often Ignore
The initial symptoms of tobacco-related illnesses are often mild and easy to dismiss. Many people assume that occasional discomfort, tiredness, or respiratory issues are temporary problems linked to age, weather changes, or daily stress.
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"Herbal" Cigarettes May Be More Toxic Than You Think, New Study Explains How
Scientists have found that herbal cigarettes may release harmful substances at levels similar to, or even higher than, conventional tobacco cigarettes.
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Running Hookah Bar No Fundamental Right, State Can Restrict: Court
Allahabad High Court says hookah bars are not a fundamental right and can be restricted to protect public health
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Smoking And Drinking Account For 48% Of Avoidable Cancer Cases Globally
An extensive worldwide analysis reveals that roughly forty percent of all malignancies can be prevented, with tobacco smoking and alcohol consumption accounting for nearly half of avoidable cases.
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Born After 2008? You May Never Legally Smoke In The UK With New Tobacco Law
Under a new law, anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, will never be allowed to legally buy cigarettes.
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Yoga May Improve Chances Of Quitting Tobacco By 50%, Boost Mental Well-Being: AIIMS Study
Practising yoga may significantly improve a tobacco user's chances of quitting while also reducing anxiety, depression, and other psychological factors linked to addiction, according to a study by researchers at the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
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Education Ministry Launches School Rally Challenge Nationwide For Tobacco-Free Generation
The Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS-2019) reported that 8.4 per cent of students aged 13-15 years currently use tobacco products.
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Lancet Study Highlights Need To Explore Safer Nicotine Alternatives
A lancet study points to the need to explore safer nicotine alternatives alongside the existing tobacco-control measures.
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Tobacco Giant BAT Slashes Thousands Of Jobs In Cost Cutting Drive
British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced that it will reduce its workforce this year to lower costs and rely more on technology.
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Why Tobacco-Linked Cancers Are Often Diagnosed Late? Doctor Explains
Tobacco-related cancers like oral, throat, and lung are often diagnosed late due to symptom normalization among users.
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Why Occasional Smoking May Be More Harmful Than Many People Think
Tobacco smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals, including several known carcinogens and toxic substances.
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From Precancerous Lesions To Malignancy: Why Early Oral Cancer Detection Remains A Challenge
Oral cancer in India is often diagnosed late due to symptom normalization among tobacco users, complicating treatment and reducing survival chances.
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Could Passive Smoke At Home Be Affecting Children More Than Realised? Doctor Explains
Passive smoking refers to inhaling smoke from burning tobacco products as well as smoke exhaled by a smoker. Children are especially vulnerable because their lungs and immune systems are still developing.
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Centre Launches Digital Platform ToFEI To Make School And Colleges Tobacco-Free
The platform is designed to strengthen the implementation of tobacco-control guidelines in educational institutions across the country.
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The Real Cost Of Tobacco Is Paid By Your Health, Says Doctor; See Its Impact
Many tobacco users focus only on the immediate expense of buying cigarettes or other tobacco products. However, the long-term impact is far more serious. Tobacco addiction can lead to years of medical treatment, loss of productivity, and emotional stress for families.
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World No Tobacco Day: Early Signs Of Tobacco-Related Diseases Users Often Ignore
The initial symptoms of tobacco-related illnesses are often mild and easy to dismiss. Many people assume that occasional discomfort, tiredness, or respiratory issues are temporary problems linked to age, weather changes, or daily stress.
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"Herbal" Cigarettes May Be More Toxic Than You Think, New Study Explains How
Scientists have found that herbal cigarettes may release harmful substances at levels similar to, or even higher than, conventional tobacco cigarettes.
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Running Hookah Bar No Fundamental Right, State Can Restrict: Court
Allahabad High Court says hookah bars are not a fundamental right and can be restricted to protect public health
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Smoking And Drinking Account For 48% Of Avoidable Cancer Cases Globally
An extensive worldwide analysis reveals that roughly forty percent of all malignancies can be prevented, with tobacco smoking and alcohol consumption accounting for nearly half of avoidable cases.
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Born After 2008? You May Never Legally Smoke In The UK With New Tobacco Law
Under a new law, anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, will never be allowed to legally buy cigarettes.
