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Maldives just declared war on smoking: Here’s what it means for travellers

Planning a trip to the Maldives? You might want to leave your cigarettes at home.
Published on Apr 15, 2025 03:22 PM IST

What happens to your body after each cigarette? Doctor explains smoking's effect

Prolonged tobacco consumption can lead to increased risk of cancer and heart diseases.
Published on Mar 28, 2025 03:59 PM IST

Colorectal cancer and smoking: Surgeon explains link, prevention tips

Tobacco consumption can increase the risk of colorectal cancer.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 01:21 PM IST

Kicking the habit: Exploring safer alternatives for tobacco cessation in India

Kicking the habit of smoking: Exploring safer alternatives for tobacco cessation in India
Published on Sep 08, 2024 04:28 PM IST

Coughs to COPD: Warning signs of lung damage, tips to combat tobacco addiction

Coughs to COPD: Recognising warning signs of lung damage and tips to combat tobacco addiction
Published on Jul 18, 2024 05:29 PM IST

Most common cancers in men: 8 lifestyle and fitness tips to reduce risk

Most common cancers in men: 8 lifestyle and fitness tips to reduce risk
Published on Jun 09, 2024 04:56 PM IST

World No-Tobacco Day: Ayurveda expert on tips to get rid of tobacco addiction

No-Tobacco Day is celebrated every year on May 31 to spread awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use and encourage people who are addicted to get rid of the toxic and addictive substance.
Published on May 31, 2024 10:14 AM IST

World No Tobacco Day 2024: 5 Foods to help reduce cravings when quitting smoking

When quitting smoking, certain foods can ease the process by reducing cravings and managing withdrawal symptoms.
Published on May 31, 2024 07:57 AM IST

World No-Tobacco Day 2024: Date, history and significance of the day

Anti-Tobacco Day 2024: Date, history and significance of World No Tobacco Day
Updated on May 31, 2024 10:36 AM IST

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Harmful effects of passive smoking on children

World No Tobacco Day 2024: Harmful effects of passive smoking on children and fetal health
Published on May 30, 2024 03:22 PM IST

World No-Tobacco Day: 7 changes that happen in the body after you quit smoking

It's never too late to quit smoking and improve your health drastically, reducing chances of several heart conditions.
Updated on May 31, 2024 08:42 AM IST

5 vital tips to prevent oral cancer and signs to watch out for

5 vital tips to prevent oral cancer and signs to watch out for
Published on May 15, 2024 12:28 PM IST

Passive smoking exposure nearly doubles stroke risk, says new study

Passive smoking exposure nearly doubles stroke risk, says new study
Published on Mar 16, 2024 04:04 PM IST

No Smoking Day 2024: Date, history, significance, 10 tips to quit smoking

No Smoking Day 2024: Date, history, significance, 10 tips to quit smoking
Updated on Mar 13, 2024 10:18 AM IST

Can restoring gut health through diet reduce cancer risk, prevent tumorigenesis?

Can restoring gut health through diet, reduce cancer risk, prevent tumour? Know gut microbiome potential in cancer care
Published on Mar 04, 2024 08:42 AM IST

Beyond smoking: Understanding and treating Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Beyond smoking: Understanding and treating Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Published on Jan 27, 2024 07:45 PM IST

Data Munching | What the WHO report on tobacco use tells us

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Men consistently exhibit higher tobacco use rates than women, but more men have quit smoking than women
Published on Jan 19, 2024 09:17 PM IST

Health talk | Smokers around the world are giving up

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The report shows that 150 countries have been successful in reducing tobacco use, with India among the countries that have taken the most effective measures over the years to curb the practice.
Published on Jun 10, 2024 02:25 AM IST

Tobacco use declining across the world... but not fast enough

A man smokes a cigarette as he walks at the old bazaar in the city of Shahr-e Ray, south of Tehran, Iran on January 8. (AFP)
Updated on Jan 17, 2024 09:37 AM IST

Global usage of tobacco declines: WHO report

The report shows that 150 countries are successfully reducing tobacco use. (Representative file image)
Published on Jan 16, 2024 05:38 PM IST

Tobacco consumption increases the risk of head and neck cancers in youngsters

Tobacco consumption increases the risk of head and neck cancers in youngsters
Published on Aug 26, 2023 03:19 PM IST

Cancer: Raising awareness and supporting survivors

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Published on May 11, 2024 02:50 PM IST

Breaking the cycle of addiction: Innovative approaches to tobacco cessation

Breaking the cycle of addiction: Innovative approaches to tobacco cessation
Updated on Jun 13, 2023 06:19 PM IST

World No-Tobacco Day 2022: How to quit smoking? Spiritual gurus answer

World No-Tobacco Day 2022: How to quit smoking? Spiritual gurus answer 
Updated on May 27, 2022 03:59 PM IST

World No Tobacco Day 2021: Date, history, theme, significance amid Covid-19

World No Tobacco Day 2021: Date, history, theme, significance amid Covid-19
Updated on May 30, 2021 09:05 PM IST

Ban on flavoured tobacco products or vaping might lead teens to smoke cigarettes

Ban on flavoured tobacco products or vaping might lead teens to smoke cigarettes
Updated on May 30, 2021 12:16 PM IST

Study reveals e-cigarettes can be ‘gateway’ to cigarettes for teens with no prior intention to smoke

Cigarette smoking remains a leading preventable cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States.
Updated on Nov 16, 2020 07:51 PM IST

Despite Covid-19 concerns, cigar smokers are smoking more, survey finds

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Updated on Aug 06, 2020 01:49 PM IST

Covid-19 update: Smokers more vulnerable to coronavirus transmission, says Health ministry

Tobacco use is a major risk factor for the four main Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) — cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic lung disease and diabetes. (Representational Image)
Updated on Jul 29, 2020 01:23 PM IST