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[Asia] Rate of Israeli smokers dropped 14% in 2012, survey shows
The number of smokers in Israel is continuing to decline, according to a Health Ministry study published ahead of World No Tobacco Day, which will be marked this coming Friday to highlight the health risks associated with tobacco use and advocate for effe
May 28, 2013
Ha'aretz Newspaper/Magazine
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May 28, 2013 00:41
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[Asia, Israel] Smoking rate not lower, lack of enforcement blamed
Urine samples of nonsmokers checked for cotinine – a chemical that represents the breakdown of nicotine in the body – showed that 33% had been exposed to significant amounts of tobacco smoke. This, said German, is evidence that enforcement of laws barring
May 28, 2013
Jerusalem Post
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May 28, 2013 00:40
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[Asia, Malaysia] Smoking out lives of loved ones
While smokers are generally aware of the dangers, passive smokers may not be fully aware that exposure can lead to lethal tobacco-related diseases, writes Meera Murugesan
May 28, 2013
New Straits Times (my)
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May 28, 2013 00:36
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[Asia, India] Raveena Tandon never got influenced by smokers
Raveena Tandon extended her support at CPAA's ( Cancer Patients Aid Association) musical concert to celebrate World No Tobacco Day 2013. She inaugurated the show with designer Shaina NC and Y.K Sapru founder chairman and CEO of CPAA. Chief Guest Raveena
May 27, 2013
Times of India
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May 27, 2013 17:09
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[Asia, India] Times of Smoking not cool: Bollywood fraternity
Every Year, 31st May is globally observed as 'World No Tobacco Day' (WNTD). The main focus of this year's event is to create awareness about the ill effects of tobacco and influence tobacco control activities as well as raise funds for cancer patients. A
May 27, 2013
Times of India
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May 27, 2013 17:08
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[Asia, India] Banned, but indirect promotion of tobacco goes up
“There has been a dramatic reduction in the direct advertisement of tobacco use, but indirect advertising has gone up. Also, products are promoted at the point of sale. Advertising of tobacco products in any form violates Section 5 of the COTPA,” said D
May 26, 2013
Deccan Chronicle (in)
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May 27, 2013 16:50
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[Asia, Pakistan] Database of tobacco control developed
TheNetwork, a local consumer protection organisation, has developed a searchable database of tobacco control.The database, the first of its kind in the country, will be launched and exhibited at National Press Club today (Monday).
May 27, 2013
The News (pk)
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May 27, 2013 11:39
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[Asia] Health Ministry report: 1 in 5 Israelis smoke
One in five Israelis over the age of 21 are smokers, according to a new report issued by the Health Ministry and currently being presented to the Knesset. The report states that men begin smoking at the average age of 17.9 years and women at 20 years.
May 27, 2013
Ynetnews (il)
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May 27, 2013 11:36
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[Asia, Israel] Cigarette ads bill goes to plenum for approval
Proposed law would limit advertising and require tobacco companies to attach deterring images to packs.
May 27, 2013
Jerusalem Post
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May 27, 2013 11:34
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[Asia, India] Anti-tobacco day awareness by Karnataka Cancer Society
BANGALORE: A slew of programmes has been chalked out as part of World No Tobacco Day by Karnataka Cancer Society on May 31. Awareness programme will be kick started in the city from Tuesday.
May 27, 2013
Times of India
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May 27, 2013 11:33