New Zealand's Vaping Policy Leads to Twice as Fast Smoking Rate Decline Compared to Australia
A study in Addiction reveals New Zealand's smoking rate plummeted 10 percent annually (2016-2023), compared to Australia's 5 percent, due to New Zealand's vaping harm-reduction policy allowing easy access to regulated vaping products, unlike Australia's restrictive model that fueled a large black ma...
New Zealand's Vaping Policy Leads to Twice as Fast Smoking Rate Decline Compared to Australia
A study in Addiction reveals New Zealand's smoking rate plummeted 10 percent annually (2016-2023), compared to Australia's 5 percent, due to New Zealand's vaping harm-reduction policy allowing easy access to regulated vaping products, unlike Australia's restrictive model that fueled a large black ma...
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FDA Authorizes Nicotine Pouches, Sparking Debate on Youth Appeal
The FDA approved Philip Morris International's Zyn nicotine pouches, the first such authorization, aiming to aid adult smokers in quitting cigarettes; however, concerns remain about youth appeal.
FDA Authorizes Nicotine Pouches, Sparking Debate on Youth Appeal
The FDA approved Philip Morris International's Zyn nicotine pouches, the first such authorization, aiming to aid adult smokers in quitting cigarettes; however, concerns remain about youth appeal.
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40% Bias Score
UK Rolls Out Free Antismoking Pill
The UK's NHS is launching a free antismoking pill, varenicline, aiming to reduce smoking-related illnesses and healthcare costs. The initiative is part of a broader effort to create a 'smoke-free generation'.
UK Rolls Out Free Antismoking Pill
The UK's NHS is launching a free antismoking pill, varenicline, aiming to reduce smoking-related illnesses and healthcare costs. The initiative is part of a broader effort to create a 'smoke-free generation'.
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Quitting Smoking Without Gaining Weight: A Dietitian's Guide
A dietitian explains why quitting smoking or vaping often leads to increased appetite and cravings for junk food, and offers strategies for managing these cravings through healthy eating habits and meal planning.
Quitting Smoking Without Gaining Weight: A Dietitian's Guide
A dietitian explains why quitting smoking or vaping often leads to increased appetite and cravings for junk food, and offers strategies for managing these cravings through healthy eating habits and meal planning.
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32% Bias Score
Smartwatch App Shows Promise in Smoking Cessation
A University of Bristol study tested a smartwatch app using motion sensors to detect smoking and provide support messages; initial findings show 66% of participants found the device acceptable, and 61% found the messages relevant, suggesting potential for aiding smoking cessation.
Smartwatch App Shows Promise in Smoking Cessation
A University of Bristol study tested a smartwatch app using motion sensors to detect smoking and provide support messages; initial findings show 66% of participants found the device acceptable, and 61% found the messages relevant, suggesting potential for aiding smoking cessation.
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36% Bias Score