The evidence on the effectiveness and safety in pregnancy is inconclusive. The Smoking, Nicotine and Pregnancy (SNAP) trial is currently conducting further research in this area. However, we suggest that all women who smoke and who may be pregnant, or…
Daily Archives: April 8, 2009
Pregnancy- evidence rating
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Smoking is the single most modifiable risk factor for adverse outcomes in pregnancy. It is estimated to contribute to 40% of all infant deaths, a 12.5% increased risk of a premature birth and a 26.3% increased risk of intra-uterine growth…
Stop smoking interventions in mental health
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Although there is insufficient evidence to suggest the best type of intervention for people with mental health problems, interventions which work for the general population also work for those with mental illness who experience disproportionate levels of smoking-related ill-health. Combining…
Novel lung cancer vaccine shows promise in fighting early-stage lung cancer
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An experimental vaccine that triggers the patient’s immune system to identify and attack specific tumor cells is showing new promise for the treatment of early lung cancer. Thoracic surgeons at Rush University Medical Center are researching the vaccine called MAGE-A3…
Chronically Ill Patients Who Smoke Need Additional Help to Quit, Study Says
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Newswise — Individuals with serious illnesses – including cancer, heart disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – make up a disproportionately high segment of current smokers and are also among the most addicted to tobacco use. Despite their strong addiction,…
South Korean company takes tough no smoking message
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South Korean steelmaker Posco has sent its employees a tough anti smoking message and may require them to take blood tests to check if they have kicked the smoking habit. Company officials said that CEO Chung Joon-yang wants Posco, which…
A BOGUS ‘ANTI-CIGARETTE’ BILL
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A LAW ordering the Food and Drug Ad ministration to regu late cigarettes is moving through Congress — but is it truly good for public health? Hint: Cigarette maker Altria, formerly Philip Morris is one of the bill’s strongest supporters.…