Tag #Smoking Cessation

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Turkey's Anti-Smoking Campaign: 1.5 Million Treated, 42 Million Inspections

Turkey's President Erdoğan announced that 671 smoking cessation clinics have provided treatment to over 1.5 million people, alongside 3.8 million check-ups, with an additional support system provided by the Alo 171 hotline; the government is also actively enforcing anti-smoking legislation and publi...

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Smoking Cessation: Behavioral Changes and E-cigarette Risks

This article discusses effective smoking cessation strategies, emphasizing behavioral changes and social support over nicotine dependence, while also addressing the role and risks of e-cigarettes.

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Maternal Smoking: Sons Face Higher Long-Term Health Risks

A study of 500,000 individuals found that sons of women who smoked during pregnancy face increased health risks, particularly shortened lifespans if they also smoke, compared to daughters; researchers call for improved smoking cessation counseling.

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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.

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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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FDA Receives New Drug Application for Cytisinicline, a Promising Smoking Cessation Drug

Achieve Life Sciences submitted a new drug application to the FDA for cytisinicline, a non-nicotine smoking cessation drug, showing promise in two Phase 3 trials and already approved in the UK, addressing the high rate of smoking-related deaths (over 480,000 annually) in the U.S.

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Varenicline Triples Adolescent Vaping Quit Rates in JAMA Study

A JAMA study shows varenicline, a drug for adult smoking cessation, triples adolescent (16-25) vaping quit rates (51% vs 14% placebo) after 12 weeks, with the success rate remaining higher three months later, highlighting a critical need for pharmacological interventions in tackling youth nicotine a...

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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.

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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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