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On this date in history: We learn that smoking is bad for you

On January 11, 1964, the surgeon general of the United States released "Smoking and Health," the findings of an advisory committee's study into the effects of tobacco use.
Newport News (VA) Daily Press
added Jan 11, 2013 08:33
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[Italy] VIDEO: Electronic Cigarettes May Not Combat Addiction, Report Says

There is no scientific proof that electronic cigarettes are useful in combating smoking addiction and they should not be used by young people because they are still delivering nicotine to the body, a study by the Italian Health Ministry said today.
ABC News
added Jan 5, 2013 15:20
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[Italy] E-cigarettes may not help combat smoking addiction

Young people should avoid use of electronic cigarettes because they also deliver nicotine to the body plus there is no scientific proof that they are useful in combating smoking addiction, a study by the Italian Health Ministry has said.
DNA India (in)
added Dec 31, 2012 09:37
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[Italy] VIDEO: No Proof Electronic Cigarettes Combat Addiction, Report Says

There is no scientific proof that electronic cigarettes are useful in combating smoking addiction and they should not be used by young people because they are still delivering nicotine to the body, a study by the Italian Health Ministry said today.
ABC News
added Dec 30, 2012 19:54
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[Australia] Dopey idea: tobacco plus pot keeps them hooked

CANNABIS smokers are more likely to be nicotine-dependent and their chances of quitting tobacco are significantly reduced, according to a new study from the Northern NSW Health District.
Lismore Northern Star (au)
added Dec 17, 2012 15:18
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Greater Elevation in Risk for Nicotine Dependence per Pack of Cigarettes Smoked Among Those With an Anxiety Disorder

. In addition to nicotine, our theory and past data suggest that dependence susceptibility for other addictive substances (e.g., alcohol) also would be found among those with an anxiety disorder.
Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs
added Dec 5, 2012 05:01
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[Canada] Addiction survey finds smoking rates, opioid use down in Ontario

Smoking rates are levelling off in Ontario as prescription drug abuse rates have dropped, but it’s not all good news in the latest survey by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health: reports of people driving after smoking pot are on the rise.
Toronto (Ont) Star (ca)
added Nov 29, 2012 15:54
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Research looks at smoking addition (sic) among teens

The results appeared online Sept. 18 in the journal Nicotine & Tobacco Research. According to the researchers, compared with adults, adolescent smokers tend to be lighter smokers overall, are less likely to inhale when they smoke and are less likely to
State College (PA) Centre Daily Times
added Nov 25, 2012 12:30
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WE PETITION THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION TO: Inform the public that NICOTINE is a dangerous drug with no medical value, and re-classify it as a controlled substance.

Nicotine is a powerfully addicting drug with no medical or mental health benefit. It is sold only to enrich those who sell it.
We The People - Petition the White House
added Nov 15, 2012 21:51
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Development of Novel Pharmacotherapeutics for Tobacco Dependence: Progress and Future Directions

Conclusion: Ongoing clinical assessment of potential smoking cessation agents offers the promise of new effective medications. Nevertheless, much of our current knowledge of molecular mechanisms of nicotine addiction derived from preclinical studies has n
Nicotine and Tobacco Research
added Nov 14, 2012 06:51
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