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How to Stop Teens from Smoking: A Closer Look at What Works

November 5, 2025

Teen smoking is a big problem worldwide. To tackle this, researchers decided to find out what kind of anti-smoking ads actually work for Chinese teens. They used two methods: surveys and focus groups. The goal? To figure out which ads are most effective and why. First, they looked at different type

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A New Era: Maldives Takes Bold Step Against Smoking

November 5, 2025

The Maldives has set a new standard in public health with a groundbreaking law. Starting November 1, anyone born after January 1, 2007, is barred from smoking, buying, or using tobacco products. This move is part of a broader effort to create a tobacco-free generation. The Ministry of Health hailed

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Tobacco Warnings: A Closer Look at Nepal's Fight Against Smoking

July 11, 2025

In Nepal, the fight against tobacco is ongoing, but progress is slow. Despite the government's efforts, including the World Health Organization's guidelines, tobacco use and its related health issues remain a significant problem. A recent study focused on the awareness and perception of graphic heal

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The Global Push Against Tobacco: A Journey and Its Future

April 16, 2025

The Framework Convention on Tobacco Control is a big deal. It's a global agreement to fight against the harmful effects of tobacco. It began with a simple idea: to protect people from the dangers of tobacco. This idea grew into a worldwide movement. The WHO, or World Health Organization, led the way

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Smoking Habits in Pandemic Times: A Different Look at Low-Middle Income Countries

March 13, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic brought many changes to daily life, and smoking habits were no exception. Unlike previous research that relied on surveys, this study took a deeper look into the experiences of smokers in low-middle income countries. These countries often face unique challenges, making it cruci

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Small Particles, Big Impact: The Role of Micro-Sized Catalysts in Reducing Car Pollution

February 4, 2025

Tiny particles, big potential. Catalysts with three-way functionality are the heroes when it comes to making cars less polluting. But there are barriers with these catalysts:, they cost too much they rely on valuable metals. They face challenges in performing well at low temperatures. A bright id

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The Hidden Battle: Tracking Ghana's Illicit Cigarettes

January 21, 2025

Illegal cigarettes are a big problem in Ghana, stealing a chunk of the market that ranges from 10% to 35%. This isn't just a local issue—it's a cross-border affair. The reasons behind this black market are varied, including porous borders, little political interest, confusing tobacco taxes, industry

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Philip Morris's Education Push: Harm Reduction or Hidden Agenda?

January 4, 2025

In the world of tobacco, Philip Morris International (PMI) has been quietly supporting educational courses for healthcare professionals. These courses, disguised as independent, focus on harm reduction, suggesting smokeless tobacco and e-cigarettes as safer alternatives to traditional smoking. But i

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Mexico's Trade Boom: A Closer Look

October 28, 2024

Mexico is seeing a significant increase in trade with the United States, especially since the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) came into force. This agreement allows products made in Mexico using foreign materials to be labeled as "Made in Mexico" and avoid certain tariffs. Companies li