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[South Africa] The World Tobacco's Shifting Burden: From the Rich to the Poor
Doctors and researchers meeting in São Paulo, Brazil, last week issued a dire warning. Latin America, they said, is at risk of being overwhelmed by a burgeoning cancer epidemic. One cause of concern is the prevalence of smoking in the region. “Unless th
Apr 30, 2013
The World
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Apr 30, 2013 16:10
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[Norway] Lady Smokers' Risk for Colon Cancer
A recent study asked a large group of individuals in Norway about their smoking habits and checked the records of each person against the Norwegian cancer registry. The results of the study showed that both men and women had an increased risk for colon
Apr 30, 2013
DailyRx
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Apr 30, 2013 15:57
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[South America/Caribbean] Planning cancer control in Latin America and the Caribbean
This burgeoning cancer problem threatens to cause widespread suffering and economic peril to the countries of Latin America. Prompt and deliberate actions must be taken to avoid this scenario. Increasing efforts towards prevention of cancer and avoidance
Apr 29, 2013
The Lancet (uk)
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Apr 29, 2013 13:24
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Adenomatous Polyposis Coli-Mediated Accumulation of Abasic DNA Lesions Lead to Cigarette Smoke Condensate-Induced Neoplastic Transformation of Normal Breast Epithelial Cells
we have examined the molecular mechanisms by which CSC and its major component, Benzo[α]pyrene, enhances APC-mediated accumulation of abasic DNA lesions ... provide experimental evidence that CSC, a surrogate for active or passive (secondhand) smoking, ma
Apr 25, 2013
PubMed Central (NIH)
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Apr 25, 2013 12:46
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[Australia, UK] EDITORIAL: It's time to quit
The cynical lobbying of the tobacco companies—and their renewed attempts to sway public opinion with misleading advertising—to continue to market a substance that is known to be a leading cause of cancer should not be tolerated. Enough is enough, it's ti
Apr 25, 2013
The Lancet (uk)
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Apr 25, 2013 12:40
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Comparison of Nicotine and Carcinogen Exposure with Water pipe and Cigarette Smoking
A different pattern of carcinogen exposure might result in a different cancer risk profile between cigarette and water pipe smoking. Of particular concern is the risk of leukemia related to high levels of benzene exposure with water pipe use. Impact Smok
Mar 5, 2013
Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention
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Apr 22, 2013 13:35
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[New York] Night to Remember Charity Cigar Dinner Raises More Than a Million Dollars
the complete eradication of prostate cancer. This was the Night To Remember, hosted by Marvin R. Shanken, editor and publisher of Cigar Aficionado and Wine Spectator magazines. For almost two decades Shanken has been corralling the luminaries of the ciga
Apr 19, 2013
Cigar Aficionado
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Apr 20, 2013 16:12
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[Ireland] Dentists want key role in tobacco strategy
The HSE is being urged to give dentists a key role in the development of its tobacco control strategy. According to the Irish Dental Association (IDA), while many people are aware of the dangers of smoking-related diseases such as lung cancer, they are
Apr 19, 2013
IrishHealth.com (ie)
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Apr 19, 2013 19:07
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[Florida] Moffitt researcher drafts tobacco policy for cancer group
Thomas Brandon, director of Moffitt Cancer Center’s tobacco research and intervention program, co-authored the American Association for Cancer Research’s tobacco policy. The policy stresses the importance of tobacco cessation programs in all oncology he
Apr 19, 2013
Business Journal Tampa Bay
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Apr 19, 2013 14:31
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[UK] Bone cancer link to illicit cigs sold in Preston
A shocking study by university students has found illicit tobacco sold in shops in Preston contain traces of chemicals used in paint and substances linked to bone cancer, leukaemia and infertility. The report, led by chemistry students at the University
Apr 19, 2013
Lancashire Evening Post (uk)
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Apr 19, 2013 14:09