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National Community Pharmacists Association Encourages Member Pharmacists To Consider Refraining From Selling Tobacco Products
Recognizing November 20th as the 33rd Great American Smokeout sponsored by the American Cancer Society, the National Community Pharmacists Association House of Delegates has approved a resolution asking its pharmacist members consider refraining from selling tobacco products in their pharmacies. "Community pharmacies are renowned for helping their patients to maintain good health and the use of tobacco products is an unhealthy and potentially deadly habit," said Bruce T.
Thu, 20 Nov 2008 01:00:00 PST
| Free Nicotine Patches Now Available To Massachusetts Veterans And Their Families
The Massachusetts Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced a nicotine patch giveaway for Massachusetts veterans, their family members, and survivors who want to quit smoking.
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:00:00 PST
| Lung Cancer Risk In Smokers May Be Lowered By Broccoli
The cancer preventive properties of broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables appear to work specifically in smokers, according to data presented at the American Association for Cancer Research's Seventh Annual International Conference on Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research.
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:00:00 PST
| Experts Say New Tobacco Product Targets Young Adults
New research at West Virginia University is examining whether a smokeless, spitless tobacco product aimed at young adults is catching on. And the researchers have found that RJ Reynolds' Camel Snus touted as a socially acceptable way to satisfy addiction contains surprisingly high levels of nicotine. "Camel Snus contains more nicotine than most other snuff products," said Bruce Adkins of the state Division of Tobacco Prevention in Charleston.
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST
| Link Between Nicotine Addiction And Autism
Scientists have identified a relationship between two proteins in the brain that has links to both nicotine addiction and autism. The finding has led to speculation that existing drugs used to curb nicotine addiction might serve as the basis for potential therapies to alleviate the symptoms of autism.
Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:00:00 PST
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Ability To Quit Smoking May Depend On ADHD Symptoms, Researchers Find (Science Daily)
Tobacco use is more prevalent and smoking cessation less likely among persons with attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder. In a study of smokers with attention deficit and hyperactivity symptoms, those who exhibited elevated hyperactivity and impulsivity, with or without inattention, showed lower quit rates after eight weeks than those with inattention symptoms alone or those without the ADHD ...
Fri, 21 Nov 2008 18:43:25 GMT
| Ability to quit smoking may depend on ADHD symptoms, Columbia researchers find (EurekAlert!)
( Columbia University Medical Center ) Tobacco use is more prevalent and smoking cessation less likely among persons with attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder In a study of smokers with attention deficit and hyperactivity symptoms, those who exhibited elevated hyperactivity and impulsivity, with or without inattention, showed lower quit rates after eight weeks than those with inattention ...
Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:01:42 GMT
| Ability to Quit Smoking May Depend on A.D.H.D. Symptoms (Newswise)
Tobacco use is more prevalent and smoking cessation less likely among persons with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (A.D.H.D.) In a study of smokers with attention deficit and hyperactivity symptoms, those who exhibited elevated hyperactivity and impulsivity, with or without inattention, showed lower quit rates after 8 weeks than those with inattention symptoms alone or those without the ...
Fri, 21 Nov 2008 18:25:51 GMT
| Why is SC Worst in Smoking Prevention? (WJBF-TV Augusta)
Thursday was The Great American Smokeout, an annual focus to get smokers to quit, at least for 24 hours. As that was happening, a recent report ranks South Carolina worst in the nation at spending tobacco settlement money on smoking prevention and cessation programs. The Campaign for Smoke-Free Kids report says South Carolina will generate $114 million from the tobacco settlement and cigarette ...
Fri, 21 Nov 2008 21:44:40 GMT
| Symposium to Highlight Future of Smoking Cessation and Impact on Public Health (PR Newswire via Yahoo! News)
The Great American Smokeout: Breaking smoking's deadly grip on Texas
Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:12:00 GMT
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