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Maldives just declared war on smoking: Here’s what it means for travellers
The island paradise, Maldives, is saying goodbye to cigarettes forever. Here's all about the bold law that tourists need to know.
Published on Apr 15, 2025 03:22 PM IST
AFP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz
What happens to your body after each cigarette? Doctor explains smoking's effect
Smoking is a harmful habit that is known to cause multiple health complication, from cancer to lung diseases.
Published on Mar 28, 2025 03:59 PM IST
Can smoking, alcohol, caffeine affect fertility in men, women?
Smoking, caffeine and alcohol can have drastic effects on reproductive health of both men and women. Know the ill-effects.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 04:32 PM IST
Study shows misinformation about vaping makes smokers hesitate to quit smoking
Smoking's less harmful alternative is vaping but study shows people are hesitant to switch with the widespread negative misinformation about vaping.
Updated on Feb 21, 2025 08:29 PM IST
HT Lifestyle Desk | Edited by Adrija Dey
Why do some people quit smoking easily while others struggle? Study answers
Researchers have identified genetic variants that may affect how well individuals respond to varenicline, a drug used for smoking cessation.
Published on Feb 19, 2025 07:05 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
Turkish man attempts to quit smoking by locking his head in a metal cage
A Turkish man made headlines for caging his head to quit smoking after 26 years of addiction.
Published on Jan 24, 2025 07:47 PM IST
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Cash helps quit smoking? Study says it's particularly effective for these people
Any financial incentive – from cash to vouchers, acts as a major psychological motivation, tempting people to get over their smoking addiction.
Updated on Jan 20, 2025 04:21 PM IST
HT Lifestyle Desk | Edited by Adrija Dey
Shah Rukh Khan quit smoking: 5 reasons you should too
Smoking constraints the blood vessels, limiting the blood flow in the other parts of the body. It causes serious health conditions.
Published on Nov 04, 2024 10:25 AM IST
Shah Rukh Khan reveals he has finally quit smoking, but still feels ‘breathless’
Shah Rukh Khan, who once admitted to smoking 100 cigarettes a day, surprised fans on his birthday by revealing that he has quit smoking.
Published on Nov 03, 2024 10:34 PM IST
ANI | HT Entertainment Desk
Does your heart heal after you quit smoking? Study warns…
For light smokers, the heart takes 5-10 years to heal, while for heavy smokers, the heart recovers in 25 years, after quitting, according to a new study.
Published on Nov 02, 2024 02:15 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das
Phasing out teen smoking could save 1.2 mn lives: study
Smoking is responsible for roughly 85 percent of all cases of lung cancer, the deadliest cancer worldwide, according to the World Health Organization.
Updated on Oct 27, 2024 02:38 PM IST
AFP | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das
Unveiling the hazards: The truth about vaping and hookah smoking
Driven by the allure of flavour, fashion, and social appeal, these practices obscure significant health risks demanding urgent attention
Published on Aug 02, 2024 04:35 PM IST
Coughs to COPD: Warning signs of lung damage, tips to combat tobacco addiction
Breaking free from tobacco: Check out this guide on spotting early signs of COPD; effective strategies to quit smoking and protect lungs or improve lung health
Published on Jul 18, 2024 05:29 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
10 wellness tips for people trying to quit smoking, working on strong lungs
Transitioning away from smoking can be challenging but here are 10 practical steps you can take to support your journey to lung health and overall wellness.
Published on Jun 04, 2024 10:28 AM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
World No Tobacco Day 2024: 5 Foods to help reduce cravings when quitting smoking
Quitting smoking is a challenging journey. Here are five foods that can support you in your efforts to quit smoking and promote a healthier lifestyle.
Published on May 31, 2024 07:49 AM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
Purab Kohli: It was very difficult to give up the addiction of tobacco
On World No-Tobacco Day, actor Purab Kohli shares his experience of quitting smoking successfully.
Published on May 30, 2024 06:19 PM IST
Navya Kharbanda
World No-Tobacco Day 2024: Vaping is a huge risk to Gen Z!
E-cigarettes are said to contain nicotine and potentially- harmful toxins like heavy metals that can damage the lungs and respiratory system.
Updated on May 30, 2024 05:38 PM IST
Ismat Tahseen
World No Tobacco Day 2024: Harmful effects of passive smoking on children
World No Tobacco Day 2024: Effect of secondhand smoking during pregnancy and fetal health and harmful effects of passive smoking on children
Published on May 30, 2024 03:22 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Snoop Dogg isn't quitting weed, here's what he really meant by ‘giving up smoke’
Snoop Dogg pulled a fast one on us, here's what he meant by ‘giving up smoke’
Published on Nov 20, 2023 10:44 PM IST
Arya Vaishnavi
Internet cracks up as Snoop Dogg says he has decided to give up smoke
Snoop Dogg asked his fans to respect his privacy. Not many believe him and some are wondering if he is dealing with some health problems.
Published on Nov 17, 2023 08:03 AM IST
Reconsider the smoking rules for OTT platforms
The health ministry asked OTT platforms to display anti-tobacco warnings, but adopting a balanced approach and engaging with industry players is essential.
Published on Jul 06, 2023 09:30 PM IST
Tips to beat stress and avoid tobacco usage
Health experts reveal easy and effective tips to beat stress and avoid tobacco usage
Updated on Jun 21, 2023 03:58 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
It’s never too late to quit: Ex-smokers share inspiring stories
A growing tobacco smoking crisis is sweeping across India, and according to the latest WHO report, among the estimated 1.1 billion smokers globally, 100 million are from India. This figure will is projected to almost double by 2025. As we observed World No Tobacco Day on 31st May which aimed to raise awareness about alternative crop production for tobacco farmers with the theme “Grow food, not tobacco”, we spoke to former smokers and how battling the addiction changed their life.
Updated on Jun 01, 2023 04:48 PM IST
World No Tobacco Day: It’s not tough to quit smoking, says Vipin Sharma
Vipin Sharma, who quit smoking 18 years ago, says it takes a moment to realise the harm of smoking and kick the habit. He inspired many friends to quit smoking.
Updated on Jun 02, 2023 08:25 AM IST
Deep Saxena
Japanese employee fined over $11,000 for taking smoke breaks during work hours
The 61-year-old director-level employee was then asked to return 1.44 million yen of his salary, in addition to his disciplinary wage reduction.
Published on Mar 30, 2023 07:57 AM IST
Is lung inflammation worse in e-cigarette users than smokers, as study suggests?
A small study that compared the lungs of cigarette smokers with e-cigarette smokers found that e-cigarette smokers had more lung inflammation than those who smoked tobacco.
Published on Mar 10, 2023 12:49 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Parmita Uniyal, Birmingham
Lifestyle after cancer therapy: Tips one must follow to avoid cancer recurrence
Try implementing these 5 healthy suggestions by doctor to help yourself cope with the side effects of cancer treatment and lower your risk of cancer recurrence
Updated on Feb 06, 2023 08:05 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
Smoking raises risk of midlife memory loss, confusion
It's also one more piece of evidence that quitting smoking is good not just for respiratory and cardiovascular reasons - but to preserve neurological health, said Rajczyk, a PhD student in Ohio State's College of Public Health, and senior author Jeffrey Wing, assistant professor of epidemiology.
Published on Dec 22, 2022 09:41 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Columbus
Reduced-nicotine cigarettes make anxious smokers smoke less
Prior studies suggest that lowering nicotine levels could aid smokers in quitting, but there is little proof that these regulations would be harmful to those who already suffer from affective disorders like depression and anxiety disorders.
Published on Nov 27, 2022 09:50 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Pennsylvania
Vaping misconceptions: Are flavoured e-cigarettes safe or cause lung disease?
In the past decade, nicotine–containing e-cigarettes have emerged as the most popular tobacco cessation tool among adolescents. Vaping has become pervasive even among middle and high school students. Are flavouring agents in e-cigarettes safe or cause restrictive lung disease?
Updated on Oct 25, 2022 02:46 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, Delhi
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