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New NHS pill to help smokers quit

The NHS has introduced a 'stop smoking' pill to try and encourage people to quit.

The UK Government moves to ban the sale and supply of single-use vapes

Circular Economy Minister Mary Creagh confirmed today that single-use vapes, which cannot be recharged or refilled, will be banned from 1 June 2025 as...

King addresses health reforms: A smoke-free and mentally healthier future

While addressing the nation, the King introduced two landmark bills, the Mental Health Bill and the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.

World No Tobacco Day 2024: How to convince young people to quit tobacco 

For World No Tobacco Day 2024, we explore the addictive nature of tobacco for young people and how to help convince young people to keep off tobacco and quit smoking.

Lung cancer in Southeast Asia and China: Current trends and challenges

Zisis Kozlakidis from the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Cancer and Jiaao Yu from the Shanghai Jiao Tong University discuss the burden of lung cancer in Southeast Asia and China and the priorities for therapies and interventions.

Is the Disposable Vape ban saving the NHS from another health epidemic?

While we have not yet seen the full health impact of continuous vape usage, the new UK Disposable Vape Ban may be a welcome first step in limiting the impact of what many believe could have become the next health crisis.

The immediate impact of e-hookah vaping on vascular health

With the rise of vaping continuing to increase, electronic (e-) hookahs have been advertised as a safer tobacco alternative, but it’s not all it seems.

Study reveals alarming presence of thirdhand smoke in homes

Secondhand smoking has been recognised as a health hazard with links to cancer. Now researchers are focusing on thirdhand smoke, where harmful tobacco residues linger on surfaces such as furniture, walls and floors.

E-cigarettes link to smoking: A complex relationship

In a investigation led by Queen Mary University of London and generously funded by the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR), the relationship between E-cigarettes link to smoking is under scrutiny.

Ban on single-use vapes: UK governments aim to stop children vaping

Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner admits she wishes she could give up vaping following reports that the government is considering banning disposable single-use vapes in an effort to protect young peoples health.

New inserts in cigarette packs to help smokers quit

Government launches consultation on the inclusion of new inserts in cigarette packs to facilitate quitting.

England aims to ban retailers from giving children free vapes

In an effort to address a legal loophole, government ministers have announced measures to prevent retailers from offering complimentary samples of free vapes to children.

Strong association between vaping and binge drinking

A recent study involving over 50,000 US adolescents has revealed a strong association between vaping and binge drinking, and cannabis use.

Could a smart necklace help you stop smoking?

A smart necklace that tracks heat signatures from lit cigarettes in real time could help individuals to stop smoking and avoid relapsing.

What flavour chemicals are in e-cig liquids?

High levels of sweet and fruit flavour chemicals are found in e-cig liquids, but the question is: are they dangerous?

School children favour vaping over smoking or taking drugs

Fewer school children are smoking or doing drugs, but vaping use among 11 to 15-year-olds is increasing, a study from NHS Digital finds.

Challenges, progress, opportunities: European and Central Asian health systems

New WHO studies look at health systems across 14 countries in Europe and Central Asia to reveal how to better invest in and benefit the health of millions.

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