For the first time in Great Britain, there are more over-16s using vapes or e-cigarettes than smoking cigarettes, according to the Office for National Statistics. Some 5.4 million adults use vapes daily or occasionally, compared with 4.9 million using cigarettes, an ONS survey for 2024 suggests. Daily use of vapes is most common among 25-49 year olds, with rising use …
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Lung cancer isn’t just a smoker’s disease, say oncologists and warn on early signs this awareness month
November marks Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time to pause, breathe, and talk about one of the world’s most serious yet misunderstood cancers. It’s not just a “smoker’s disease” non-smokers are increasingly being diagnosed too, thanks to air pollution, passive smoke, and genetic factors. The scary part? Early symptoms often feel harmless, a lingering cough, breathlessness, or fatigue that most …
Read More »Vape boss says allowing ‘strict’ ads would help smokers quit
Will BainBusiness presenter and Pritti MistryBusiness reporter BAT Allowing more vape adverts could encourage smokers to switch, says the boss of one of the world’s largest tobacco and vaping manufacturers. Asli Ertonguc is managing director of the UK and Irish operations of British American Tobacco (BAT), a 123-year-old company that counts Dunhill and Lucky Strike cigarettes among its notable brands. …
Read More »I’ve always been jealous of smokers, but I don’t like the fact it’s cool again – The Telegraph
I’ve always been jealous of smokers, but I don’t like the fact it’s cool again The Telegraph Tobacco’s Recurring Role in Award-Nominated Television Threatens to Undermine Youth Prevention Gains PR Newswire When Did Cigarettes Come Back in Style? Lorde, Gracie Abrams and More Us Weekly When Did Cigarettes Come Back in Style? Lorde, Gracie Abrams, Cigfluencers and More AOL.com Source link
Read More »5 reasons why it is happening to non smokers
Here are some things you can do to protect yourself from Lung Cancer Random home testing for radon exposure, along with proper assessment of its levels.Avoid second hand smoke. If you live with a smoker, keep your indoor areas smoke free.Reduce your exposure to heavy pollution by either limiting your outdoor time, or using protective masks.Select clean fuels for cooking, …
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