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Your Computer Could Help You to Quit Smoking

Margaret Wilde — Wed, 27 May 2009 07:17:33 -0500

Internet and computer-based Quit Smoking programs are a cost-effective alternative to expensive phone lines and counseling services for smokers who want to kick the habit, according to a new study.

Cigarette Manufacturers Lose Appeal in RICO Case

Michael Santo — Fri, 22 May 2009 18:25:08 -0500

On Friday, a federal appeals court upheld a 2006 ruling that found the nation's top tobacco companies guilty of racketeering and fraud for deceiving the public about the dangers of smoking in advertising.

It Works! Paying Smokers To Quit

Offbeatnews — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:29:28 -0600

Could the answer to quitting smoking be found in cash? A recent study shows that people who smoke will quit if they are paid.

Brain study reveals benefits of exercise on quitting smoking

harminka — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:05:17 -0600

Research from the University of Exeter reveals for the first time, that changes in brain activity, triggered by physical exercise, may help reduce cigarette cravings.

New findings shed light on why smokers struggle to quit

harminka — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:16:43 -0600

Just seeing someone smoke can trigger smokers to abandon their nascent efforts to kick the habit, according to new research conducted at Duke University Medical Center.

Third-hand smoke Is another reason to quit smoking

Armen Hareyan — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 09:51:45 -0600

Adults who recognize dangers of third-hand smoke more likely to ban smoking at home. Knowing more about the dangers of smoking helps better understand the problem and do more to quit smoking.

Supreme Court allows 'light' cigarettes lawsuits

Armen Hareyan — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:23:29 -0600

The United States Supreme Court on Monday ruled that "tobacco companies that marketed 'light' and 'low tar' cigarettes may be sued for fraud." The 5-to-4 judgment is expected to open the way for dozens of lawsuits claiming billions of dollars in damages.

32nd Annual Great American Smokeout 2008 Begins Today

Michael Santo — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:08:08 -0600

Today begins the 32nd annual Great American Smokeout of 2008. While smoking is an addiction, and thus difficult or even near impossible to stop, there are many reasons to quit - and I shouldn't have to tell you them.

UK to introduce graphic images on cigarette packets

Armen Hareyan — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 13:02:38 -0500

The United Kingdom is set to become the second European country to place graphic images on cigarette packets. 15 different images are to be placed on the packs of all brands of cigarettes. They will be introduced on October 1st. The images will be introduced onto all other forms of tobacco by 2010.

Trouble Quitting smoking?

harminka — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:26:21 -0500

A new study from researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University sheds light on why smokers' intentions to quit “cold turkey” often fizzle out within days or even hours.

Geneva bans smoking in public places

erku — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:22:02 -0500

UICC hails geneva vote to ban smoking in public places and almost 80% of voters support the smoke-free public places initiative.

Tobacco control programs reduce health-care costs

harminka — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 08:13:34 -0500

Tobacco control programs not only reduce smoking, but reduce personal health care costs as well, says new research published in PLoS Medicine by Stanton Glantz and colleagues at the University of California San Francisco.