tobacco addiction

Kicking off on May 26 and running until June 26, Jharkhand's health department is spearheading a proactive campaign to tackle tobacco and nicotine dependence. In line with World No Tobacco Day, this initiative—'Unmasking the Appeal: Counteracting Nicotine Addiction'—aims to enlighten the public, with a strong focus on youth, about the dangers associated with tobacco use and promote cessation.

Britain is considering strict new rules for children's social media use, including a potential ban for under-16s, following tragic cases where online harms were linked to young deaths. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged decisive action after meeting grieving families. Measures like age verification and limits on addictive features are being explored, with a formal response expected this summer.

Smoking silently harms fertility in men and women, affecting sperm and egg quality, and increasing miscarriage risks. This often goes unnoticed until couples face conception challenges. Even passive smoke poses risks. For women on birth control, smoking elevates serious health dangers. Quitting smoking, supported by exercise and medical guidance, offers a path to improved reproductive health.

It changed how it taxes alcohol, which made the 'premium' stuff cheaper — and it's supposed to be good for everyone. Is it?

Sixty-six body bags, representing daily Australian tobacco deaths, were displayed at Parliament House. Health advocates staged the protest ahead of a Senate inquiry into illegal tobacco. The proposal to lower cigarette excise, aimed at combating illicit trade, was slammed as a dangerous public health gamble that would increase smoking and deaths.

City doctors in Guwahati are raising alarms about the growing health risks of vaping among youth, fueled by the illegal but increasing use of e-cigarettes and hookah. Despite awareness campaigns and bans, online procurement makes enforcement challenging, with many young users believing vaping is a safer alternative, a notion doctors refute due to its harmful and potentially carcinogenic effects.

Allegations of Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag vaping in a dressing room highlight the growing, illegal use of e-cigarettes and hookah in Odisha. Despite a 2019 ban, easy availability through informal channels, poor enforcement, and low awareness, especially among youth, persist. Experts warn of serious health risks, urging stronger messaging and stricter inspections.

The UK Parliament has passed a landmark bill to create the first smoke-free generation by prohibiting cigarette sales to anyone born after December 31, 2008. This legislation, awaiting royal assent, also grants the government enhanced powers to regulate tobacco and vaping products, aiming to significantly reduce smoking-related deaths and protect future generations from addiction.

The UK is implementing a groundbreaking law to effectively ban smoking for future generations by progressively raising the legal age to buy tobacco. This phased approach aims to significantly reduce smoking-related deaths and healthcare costs without impacting current smokers. New vaping regulations are also introduced to protect young people, marking a historic step in public health.

India's top drug advisory body recommends restricting over-the-counter access to most nicotine replacement therapies, sparking concerns that it will hinder smokers' efforts to quit. While tobacco products remain widely available, this move could create more hurdles for those seeking quitting aids, potentially impacting public health initiatives.

New research reveals that both tobacco and cannabis use can accelerate brain shrinkage, impacting crucial areas like the amygdala. This reduction in brain volume, linked to aging and degenerative diseases, can lead to emotional imbalance, severe anxiety, and even increase the risk of conditions like Alzheimer's. Experts urge greater public awareness of these significant neurological risks.

Meta's market capitalization has plummeted over $310 billion in March due to mounting legal risks and significant AI spending concerns. Investors are questioning the social media giant's long-term viability amidst potential regulatory pressures, drawing comparisons to the tobacco industry's past struggles. Despite these anxieties, some analysts see Meta's current valuation as attractive.

Two recent jury verdicts have placed social media companies like Meta and Google on notice, suggesting potential product liability for harm to minors. A New Mexico jury awarded $375 million against Meta for exposing minors to harmful content, while a California jury awarded $6 million against Meta and YouTube for contributing to a young woman's mental health struggles.

tobacco addiction is on the rise, with cases presenting in the OPD due to chewing and inhalational addiction. It can interfere with insulin resistance, increasing diabetes risk, and contains carcinogens that lead to cancerous growths beyond just the lungs.

Are social media apps as addictive as cigarettes? A US jury just came close to saying yes. And it validates a legal argument that app design itself — not just content — can cause harm

World No-Tobacco Day, created by the WHO in 1987, aims to highlight health risks of tobacco use globally. Scroll down to learn about the foods that can help fight tobacco addiction among youths.

tobacco addiction, including smoking and its link to lung cancer, is a major global concern. In India, NRT is a promising tool to combat addiction and reduce the risk of lung cancer, addressing both behavioural and physiological components for a smoke-free future. Here's how Nicotine Replacement Therapy helps in curbing this.