Obstetrics & gynaecology

Certain factors increase risk for UTIs after radical hysterectomies

Smoking and using a catheter for more than seven days postsurgery significantly increase the risk for catheter-associated urinary tract infections after radical hysterectomies for cervical cancer, according to a study published ...

Health

New Zealand to ban disposable vapes

New Zealand announced a ban on disposable vapes Tuesday, tightening the nation's chokehold on smoking as it also phases in a near-total prohibition on tobacco sales.

Health

Increased vaping and smoking among young Australians a danger

New survey data released 2 June by Quit and Cancer Council Victoria shows worrying increases in vaping and smoking among young Australians putting their health and well-being at risk, according to a leading expert from The ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

New study shows quitting smoking can improve mental health

A new cohort study has provided compelling evidence that quitting smoking can lead to improved mental health outcomes among people with and without mental health disorders, alleviating concerns raised by both clinicians and ...

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