Smoking is a habit that affects many aspects of health. One area that often goes unnoticed is its impact on dental implants. A recent study shed light on how heavy smoking influences the success of dental implants. The focus was on people who smoked more than one pack a day. The study tracked the effects over a period of 15 months. The study looked at two main thing...
The link between smoking and high blood pressure is well-known. But how does this play out in Iran? A recent study took a close look at smoking habits among Iranian adults with hypertension. It was part of the national STEPS survey conducted in 2021. This survey aimed to understand how smoking affects blood pressure control in these individuals. The study focuse...
The entertainment world has seen a notable shift in the portrayal of smoking. It is no longer a taboo. In recent times, it has been glamorized and normalized in movies, music, and TV shows. This trend is not just limited to the screen. Many celebrities are openly embracing smoking in their personal lives and music. This is a stark contrast to the health warnings and...
Smoking during pregnancy has long been linked to various health issues in newborns. But how does it affect them at a molecular level? Research has shown that sustained smoking by mothers during pregnancy can lead to changes in the DNA of their newborns. These changes, known as methylation, can affect how genes are expressed. This means that the genes might not wo...
In the bustling Meung district of Songkhla Province, Thailand, a recent effort was made to understand how much people know about the dangers of secondhand smoke. This effort was not just about counting numbers. It was about digging deep into people's minds to see what they truly understand about the risks. The focus was on two main things: how aware people are about ...
Britney Spears had a rough welcome home after a trip to Mexico. She was greeted by cops at LAX. This happened because of something she did on the plane. It all started when she returned from a vacation in Cabo San Lucas. The cops met her at the airport. They gave her a warning for her behavior on the flight. She was not arrested, just given a stern talking-to. On t...
Britney Spears made headlines again, this time for a mid-air cigarette break. She was on her way back from a sunny vacation in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, when things got smoky. Flight attendants had to intervene, asking her to extinguish the cigarette. She complied, but not before causing a stir. Upon landing in Los Angeles, customs gave her a stern warning. That was th...
The idea of using a game to help people quit smoking might seem odd. But it is a real thing. It is a way to tackle the sneaky attention smokers give to smoking cues. These cues can spark cravings and setbacks, making it tough to kick the habit. Fruit Squish is a mobile game designed to help smokers who are trying to quit. It is part of a bigger mobile app called Qu...
In Myanmar, industrial workers face a significant challenge with smoking. To tackle this issue, a unique study was conducted. The focus was on improving health knowledge, perceptions, and self-efficacy regarding smoking. The approach was innovative, combining health education with mobile phone text messages. This method was designed to meet the specific needs of indu...
Education plays a big part in how people make daily health choices. It's not just about knowing what's good for you. It's also about how your surroundings and social life affect your habits. Two studies in Germany looked into this. They focused on smoking and drinking sugary drinks. These habits are often influenced by what's happening around you at any given moment....