Shah Rukh Khan takes a break from smoking! Post inside
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan is widely loved by the fans not just for the kind of films he does but also for being his charming self. But his fans have often wanted him to quit one habit of his. Any guesses what it could be?
Jul 19, 2017, 10:02 AM IST
Smoking rates in Britain drop significantly, lowest ever level recorded since 2007
This good news comes a decade after cigarettes were banished from Britain's pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants.
Jul 02, 2017, 13:28 PM IST
Higher childhood IQ linked to longer life: Study
Children with higher intelligence have a lower risk of major causes of death, including heart disease, stroke, and smoking related cancers, scientists say.
Jun 30, 2017, 00:58 AM IST
Shocking! Teens aged 13-15 years turning towards using tobacco products, reveals survey
Most smokers, according to the study take up smoking during their teens and half of nations had a smoking rate of at least 15 percent for boys compared to the 8 percent of girls.
Jun 19, 2017, 18:24 PM IST
Smokeless tobacco is 95 percent safer than smoking: Study
With the potential to stop 320,000 premature deaths across Europe each year, the researchers demonstrate the potential of the low risk tobacco product, snus, in reducing the impact of tobacco related disease and death in Europe.
Jun 17, 2017, 13:12 PM IST
Exposure to passive smoking may elevate arthritis risk in adulthood
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints, including those in the hands and feet.
Jun 17, 2017, 12:09 PM IST
Before picking up that 'healthy' e-cigarette, READ THIS
A new study led by an Indian-origin scientist warns that electronic-cigarettes containing nicotine are potentially as harmful as unfiltered tobacco smoking.
Jun 12, 2017, 20:30 PM IST
HIV patients indulging in tobacco-use at double the risk of death, warns study!
Researchers at the University of York in the UK said that tobacco use is emerging as a 'silent killer' for HIV patients and is more common among HIV positive people than HIV negative individuals.
Jun 02, 2017, 19:11 PM IST
Mothers-to-be, take note! Smoking during pregnancy may harm babies' liver
A new study has revealed that smoking cigarettes during pregnancy may cause damage to foetal organs, especially to the liver.
May 31, 2017, 21:19 PM IST
Youngsters beware! Smoking may cause low bone density
Low bone density is a condition which may lead to an increased risk of developing osteoporosis.
May 31, 2017, 21:08 PM IST
Ban on sale of loose cigarettes will help cut smoking in India: Survey
WHO data reveals tobacco use kills more than 7 million people every year and costs households and governments over US$ 1.4 trillion through healthcare expenditure and lost productivity.
May 31, 2017, 14:16 PM IST
World No Tobacco Day: Here are 7 best tips to kick the butt
The fact is that addiction to nicotine not only harms your body, but also your personal, professional and social life.
May 31, 2017, 11:01 AM IST
World No Tobacco Day 2017: Tobacco kills one person every six seconds; health effect of smoking and nicotine
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), tobacco uses kill nearly six million people in a year.
May 31, 2017, 09:36 AM IST
Smoking doesn't see how old you are: 23-year-old suffers severe heart attack
The patient, Anshul Pandey (name changed to protect identity), was hale and a hearty youngster when he was presented to the team of doctors with acute chest pain with no previous medical records.
May 26, 2017, 17:17 PM IST
Do you feel safer smoking 'light' cigarettes? Your chances of lung cancer are higher!
Cigarettes labelled as lights, milds, or low-tar – also known as high-ventilation (light) cigarettes – are generally considered to have a lighter, less pronounced flavour, lower levels of tar, nicotine, or other chemicals than regular cigarettes. They are thus marketed by the tobacco industry as a "healthier" option.
May 22, 2017, 23:57 PM IST
Journalists' passion for their profession makes them the go-getters they are, says study
The job of a journalist is more often than not, a pressurising one, but that doesn't affect them, say researchers.
May 21, 2017, 17:22 PM IST
Men, women who indulge in tobacco-use may be at risk of losing their fertility, warn doctors
Fertility experts have said tobacco and other types of narcotics can also cause occurrence of early menopause in women.
May 21, 2017, 14:40 PM IST
Marijuana use linked to poorer school performance
The human brain actively develops until a person reaches his or her early twenties.
May 13, 2017, 00:54 AM IST
Quit-smoking drug safe for patients with chronic lung conditions
Experts have said that smokers with smoking-related diseases should be prescribed the drug to stop their illness from progressing.
May 11, 2017, 00:22 AM IST
Colorectal cancer: Things that can increase your risk
The results based on a colon cancer risk assessment survey, show that a healthy lifestyle can help reduce the risk of the disease.
May 08, 2017, 14:28 PM IST
