NIDA Researchers Identify Genetic Variant Linked To Nicotine Addiction And Lung Cancer - Variant Also Increases Risk For Cardiovascular Disease Scientists have identified a genetic variant that not only makes smokers more susceptible to nicotine addiction but also increases their risk of developing two smoking-related diseases, lung cancer and peripheral arterial … [Read more...] about Researchers Identify Genetic Variant Linked To Nicotine Addiction
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Smoking and SIDS: The Connection Explained
Like we need one more reason not to smoke, especially during pregnancy. For the men in the house who create second-hand smoke read about this study. New science is telling us that the increased risk for SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) among people exposed to nicotine is very real. And very explainable. Sleep Review magazine is reporting a fascinating study that … [Read more...] about Smoking and SIDS: The Connection Explained
UT takes $445,000 of Philip Morris Money for Tobacco Grower Research
Should the University of Tennessee accept money from the tobacco industry to help promote the growth of domestic tobacco production? That ethical question has yet to be debated—even nearly six months after UT quietly received a one-year $445,000 grant from Philip Morris to establish and operate a Center for Tobacco Grower Research in Morgan Hall on the Knoxville … [Read more...] about UT takes $445,000 of Philip Morris Money for Tobacco Grower Research
FSU Researcher Lands $3.3 Million Grant to Help Smokers to Kick Habit
A new study will focus on connection between smoking and anxiety disorders. Tallahassee, Florida -- A Florida State University professor will share a $3.3 million federal grant with a colleague from the University of Vermont to develop an innovative method that will help smokers with anxiety disorders extinguish the habit. FSU psychology Professor Brad Schmidt and UVM … [Read more...] about FSU Researcher Lands $3.3 Million Grant to Help Smokers to Kick Habit
Medicaid Could Save $10 Billion Over 5 Years if Recipients Quit Smoking, Study Says
With all the news about government spending on unnecessary items comes news that spending on a program that helps reduce medicaid expenses would be a wise decision. America's Medicaid system could spend $10 billion less in costs for its patients' care over the next five years if they were to stop smoking, according to a new study by the American Legacy Foundation. This … [Read more...] about Medicaid Could Save $10 Billion Over 5 Years if Recipients Quit Smoking, Study Says
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