UK’s NICE Recognizes Cytisine as Key Smoking Cessation Treatment
The 2025 NICE update includes Cytisine as a recommended smoking cessation treatment after its UK launch and a review of clinical evidence.
The 2025 NICE update includes Cytisine as a recommended smoking cessation treatment after its UK launch and a review of clinical evidence.
The 2025 NICE update includes Cytisine as a recommended smoking cessation treatment after its UK launch and a review of clinical evidence.
Read MoreThe American Lung Association’s 2025 ‘State of Tobacco Control’ report states that the tobacco industry has increased its opposition to policies aimed at reducing tobacco use.
Read MoreRutgers researchers find nearly half of purchase attempts by people under 21 at tobacco retailers in the state resulted in a sale.
Read MoreAn app that uses carotid waveform measurements can provide insights into predicting the long-term risk of cardiovascular damage from e-cigarettes.
Read MoreCigarette smoke is known to impair the immune system’s response to infections and promote lung inflammation, but the mechanisms behind these effects have remained unclear.
Read MoreThe court found merit in claims that the FDA likely exceeded its statutory authority by requiring more warnings than allowed under the Tobacco Control Act.
Read MoreIf finalized, the rule would cap nicotine levels in cigarettes and certain other combusted tobacco products at 0.7 milligrams per gram, significantly lower than the average concentration in these products today.
Read MoreSmoking before age 15 increases the risk of developing COPD later in life, regardless of current smoking status, smoking duration, cigarette pack years, and secondhand smoke exposure.
Read MoreA feasibility study shows that a smartwatch app using motion sensors to detect smoking lapses could help users quit by delivering ‘just-in-time’ relapse prevention messages.
Read MoreThe American Lung Association emphasizes that smoking combined with radon exposure significantly increases lung cancer risk and is intensifying efforts to raise awareness through testing resources and smoking cessation support.
Read MoreTobacco smoking from age 10 to 24 years was associated with 33% to 52% odds of premature structural and functional heart injury.
Read MorePeople who use both vapes and cigarettes are less likely to quit smoking, with many reverting to cigarette use over time, raising concerns about dual use as a smoking cessation strategy.
Read MoreA new study links smoking to increased genetic mutations, faster disease progression, and worse survival outcomes in patients with myelodysplastic syndromes or precursor conditions.
Read MoreA new report highlights the potential of nicotine products like vapes, snus, and nicotine pouches to reduce tobacco-related deaths worldwide, showing evidence linking their use to declining cigarette smoking rates in several countries.
Read MoreThe US Supreme Court has rejected a tobacco industry challenge to the FDA’s rule requiring graphic health warnings for cigarette packs and ads.
Read MoreE-cigarette sales in the US increased by 47% from 2019 to 2023, with more than 80% of sales driven by youth-appealing flavors such as fruit, candy, mint, and menthol.
Read MoreThe report estimates over 490,000 annual US deaths are linked to tobacco use and secondhand smoke and emphasizes the need to address persistent disparities in tobacco-related health outcomes.
Read MoreAmerican Lung Association’s ‘State of Lung Cancer’ report reveals stark differences in survival, screening and treatment across states.
Read MoreSmokers who fully switched to vaping saw better respiratory outcomes, but those who continued smoking while using e-cigarettes did not experience the same benefits.
Read MoreResearchers are exploring how small airway abnormalities in younger smokers could help identify who is at risk of developing COPD.
Read MoreThe National Comprehensive Cancer Network has released new patient guidelines offering evidence-based strategies to help individuals with cancer quit smoking.
Read MoreNew research examines survival benefits for cancer patients who quit smoking within the first six months after diagnosis, compared to those who quit later.
Read MoreThe board of supervisors of Santa Cruz County, Calif, finalized its approval of a ban on the sale of filtered cigarettes and cigars.
Read MoreTobacco use among middle and high school students in the US has reached its lowest level in 25 years, though disparities persist.
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