He caused a storm around the world when filmed chain smoking cigarettes – aged just two years old. Now Indonesian toddler Ardi Rizal is centre of attention again after kicking his 40-a-day habit. The reformed smoker spent 30 days in rehab after his shocking behaviour was filmed by a TV crew at his home in Musi Banyuasin, in the South Sumatra province. ... read more >>
Archive for the ‘Tobacco cessation’ Category
Smoking two-year-old kicks habit
Friday, September 3rd, 2010
Take your breath away
Wednesday, August 4th, 2010
Hollywood actor Russell Crowe went cold turkey last week. After 36 years of smoking more than 40 cigarettes a day, the 46 year-old decided that the time had come for him to kick the habit. Incentive came in the form of his six-year-old son Charlie, who “sneaked up” on Crowe while he was smoking in his office. ... read more >>
Hollywood actor Russell Crowe went cold turkey last week. After 36 years of smoking more than 40 cigarettes a day, the 46 year-old decided that the time had come for him to kick the habit. Incentive came in the form of his six-year-old son Charlie, who “sneaked up” on Crowe while he was smoking in his office. ... read more >>
A New Label for Prague’s Smoking Spots
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
As of Thursday, it should be easier for customers at Prague’s bars and restaurants to figure out smoking rules. But anti-smoking advocates shouldn’t expect a full ban any time soon. A new law, which goes into effect at the start of the month, requires venues to post stickers on the exterior of their premises indicating whether they allow smoking, forbid it or provide a nonsmoking section. ... read more >>
As of Thursday, it should be easier for customers at Prague’s bars and restaurants to figure out smoking rules. But anti-smoking advocates shouldn’t expect a full ban any time soon. A new law, which goes into effect at the start of the month, requires venues to post stickers on the exterior of their premises indicating whether they allow smoking, forbid it or provide a nonsmoking section. ... read more >>
When Parents Smoke, Kids’ Weight, Behavior May Suffer
Tuesday, June 29th, 2010
Two new studies suggest there’s a connection between parents who smoke and kids who are heavier or misbehave more than other children.The researchers haven’t definitively proven that lighting up puts kids at risk for bad behavior and extra pounds. In fact, it may be impossible to ever prove a cause-and-effect because it’s considered unethical to assign some parents to smoke and then see what happens. ... read more >>
Two new studies suggest there’s a connection between parents who smoke and kids who are heavier or misbehave more than other children.The researchers haven’t definitively proven that lighting up puts kids at risk for bad behavior and extra pounds. In fact, it may be impossible to ever prove a cause-and-effect because it’s considered unethical to assign some parents to smoke and then see what happens. ... read more >>
Not Smoking After Bone Surgery May Speed Healing
Thursday, June 17th, 2010
Smokers recover better from surgery to repair a broken bone if they quit smoking, according to Swedish researchers. The new study included daily smokers who underwent emergency surgery for an acute fracture and were offered a smoking cessation program that began within a few days after surgery and continued for six weeks. ... read more >>
Smokers recover better from surgery to repair a broken bone if they quit smoking, according to Swedish researchers. The new study included daily smokers who underwent emergency surgery for an acute fracture and were offered a smoking cessation program that began within a few days after surgery and continued for six weeks. ... read more >>
Certain Smokers More Apt to Quit Over Price Hikes
Thursday, June 10th, 2010
Boosting cigarette taxes can cause smoking rates to plummet among people struggling with alcohol, drug and/or mental disorders, new research suggests. The study authors found that raising the price of cigarettes by just 10 percent translates into more than an 18 percent drop in smoking among such individuals. ... read more >>
Boosting cigarette taxes can cause smoking rates to plummet among people struggling with alcohol, drug and/or mental disorders, new research suggests. The study authors found that raising the price of cigarettes by just 10 percent translates into more than an 18 percent drop in smoking among such individuals. ... read more >>
Secondhand Smoke a Mental Health Hazard?
Wednesday, June 9th, 2010
Long linked to physical ailments such as asthma, heart disease and lung cancer, secondhand smoke may now be tied to an increase in mental woes, new research suggests. Prolonged exposure to another’s noxious tobacco fumes could up the odds for psychological distress, depression, schizophrenia and delirium, British researchers say. ... read more >>
Long linked to physical ailments such as asthma, heart disease and lung cancer, secondhand smoke may now be tied to an increase in mental woes, new research suggests. Prolonged exposure to another’s noxious tobacco fumes could up the odds for psychological distress, depression, schizophrenia and delirium, British researchers say. ... read more >>
Doctor’s comment: Stop smoking abruptly or gradually
Tuesday, May 25th, 2010
I’ve tried to quit smoking three times. A friend suggested that instead of giving cigarettes up all at once that I try to kick the habit gradually. Which method is best? ... read more >>
I’ve tried to quit smoking three times. A friend suggested that instead of giving cigarettes up all at once that I try to kick the habit gradually. Which method is best? ... read more >>
New York State Health Department releases online map that plots out areas at high risk for cancer
Friday, May 21st, 2010
An average of 39 people die every week in the Bronx from cancer. But borough residents can now take a first step in scouting environmental cancer hazards and cancer cases by neighborhood. The state Health Department has released an online tool that maps chemical warehouses, waste management sites and 23 types of cancer by census tract. ... read more >>
An average of 39 people die every week in the Bronx from cancer. But borough residents can now take a first step in scouting environmental cancer hazards and cancer cases by neighborhood. The state Health Department has released an online tool that maps chemical warehouses, waste management sites and 23 types of cancer by census tract. ... read more >>
Vitamin E May Protect the Lungs
Monday, May 17th, 2010
People who take vitamin E supplements regularly for years—whether they are smokers or nonsmokers—may lower their risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the lung condition that is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. COPD includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis and is often, but not always, caused by smoking. ... read more >>
People who take vitamin E supplements regularly for years—whether they are smokers or nonsmokers—may lower their risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the lung condition that is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. COPD includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis and is often, but not always, caused by smoking. ... read more >>
Struggling to quit smoking? Now you can blame your genes
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
Smokers who find it hard to cut down or quit may be at the mercy of their genes. Scientists identified three genetic mutations that increase the number of cigarettes people smoke a day. Several also appear to be associated with taking up smoking, and one with being able to quit. The findings could lead to more personalised – and ultimately more effective – treatments that help people stub out their cigarettes. ... read more >>
Smokers who find it hard to cut down or quit may be at the mercy of their genes. Scientists identified three genetic mutations that increase the number of cigarettes people smoke a day. Several also appear to be associated with taking up smoking, and one with being able to quit. The findings could lead to more personalised – and ultimately more effective – treatments that help people stub out their cigarettes. ... read more >>
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