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WHO backs farmers to grow food instead of tobacco
The World Health Organization said Friday it was helping a growing number of farmers turn away from tobacco to help strengthen food security, particularly in Africa.
May 26, 2023
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Medications
The best drugs for stopping smoking that you probably can't have: New review
When so much time and effort goes into developing the best medical treatments, we expect them to be available when we need them. The same goes for addiction treatments, so it's worrying that two of the most effective drugs ...
May 5, 2023
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Health
Why tobacco companies' warnings about a black market are inflated—and misleading
Tobacco companies claim to be transforming their business by "reducing the health impact" of their products. Yet they often oppose the very policies that could achieve this goal.
May 3, 2023
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Health
Australia targets Big Tobacco in crackdown on vaping
Australia announced a sweeping crackdown on vaping Tuesday, accusing tobacco companies of hooking the next "generation of nicotine addicts" by deliberately targeting teenagers.
May 2, 2023
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Other
Johnson & Johnson proposes $8.9 bn settlement of talc cancer claims
US pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson on Tuesday proposed an $8.9 billion settlement to resolve years-old lawsuits claiming that its talcum powder products caused cancer.
Apr 5, 2023
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Health
Reducing the appeal of smoking: Study confirms tobacco warnings on packages need improvement
Smoking has been glamorized to consumers for decades, but the packaging of combustible tobacco products have been the central target in a global effort to get more people to not smoke. From colorful pictures to specific wording, ...
Mar 30, 2023
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Addiction
Researcher calls for total elimination of direct sales of vaping products in Australia
All sales of vaping products other than those prescribed by a doctor to aid in quitting smoking should be stopped to curb skyrocketing uptake of e-cigarettes in young people, according to a leading tobacco control expert.
Mar 17, 2023
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Health
Doctors criticize GMC for investments in Nestlé and McDonald's
Doctors have criticized the General Medical Council (GMC) after The BMJ found it had investments in fast food firms, pharmaceutical companies, private medical insurers and private healthcare providers.
Mar 15, 2023
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Health
After criticism, FDA pledges to revamp its tobacco division
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's heavily criticized tobacco program promised changes on Friday, including a five-year strategic plan to better outline priorities.
Feb 27, 2023
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Health
Panel warns FDA's beleaguered tobacco unit lacks direction
The lack of clear direction and priorities at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's tobacco division has hampered its ability to regulate electronic cigarettes and other products, according to an expert panel assembled ...
Dec 20, 2022
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