Women More Prone to Develop Nicotine Addiction, Less Successful at Quitting Due to Brain Circuitry [Study]

Medicine & Technology Mar 26, 2024

Estrogen plays a role in why women reportedly have a higher propensity to develop addiction to nicotine than men. Continue reading to learn more.

Nicotine-Free Vapes Linked to Oxidative Stress and Lung Tissue Damage, Challenging Assumptions of Harm Reduction

Jan 23, 2024

A recent study reveals that even nicotine-free vapes can harm the lungs, highlighting a protein linked to inflammation and oxidative stress. Continue reading to learn more.

How Long Does It Take to Get Addicted to Nicotine?

Jan 22, 2024

Nicotine addiction can be immediate. Continue reading to learn more.

England to Legalize Vaping Soon? Doctors to Prescribe E-Cigarettes to Save Lives, A First in the World

Oct 29, 2021

If a vaping device gets authorized by approving authorities, doctors in England will then be able to decide if a prescription would be beneficial for patients.

Toxic Chemical Substances Known to Cause Respiratory Issues, Lung Damage Found in Australian E-cigarette Liquids

Oct 12, 2021

New research showed that electronic cigarette liquids sold in Australia contain toxic chemical substances known to damage airways and lungs when inhaled.

E-Cigarette Vapor Can Trigger Gut Inflammation, New Research Suggests

Jan 11, 2021

A new study revealed that e-cigarette vapor alone could trigger gut inflammation and increases the risk for other serious health conditions.

How To Overcome Nicotine Addiction

Aug 19, 2020

Overcoming nicotine addiction by quitting smoking and vaping is a struggle that many of America's youth face. However, some experts reveal a 6-step plan to help people give up vaping.

Vaping Linked to Impaired Blood Vessels

Aug 24, 2019

In London, a study has revealed that young people who have used electronic cigarettes, even those without nicotine, have shown signs of impaired blood vessel function.

E-Cigarettes Could Be Linked to Seizures

Apr 04, 2019

Vaping may cause nicotine poisoning.

E-cigarettes Containing Nicotine Increase Arterial Stiffness, Heart Rate & Blood Pressure

Sep 11, 2017

A recent study suggests that e-cigarettes increase the arterial stiffness, blood pressure and heart rate in humans.

FDA Is Preparing To Develop New Rules To Decrease Nicotine Levels In Cigarettes: An Effort To Curb Addiction

Aug 01, 2017

The FDA intends to write new regulations to reduce the nicotine levels in the cigarettes and to curb the addiction.

Quit Smoking Apps Success Helps Smokers Stop Craving For Another Cigarette

May 29, 2017

Most smokers find it difficult to stay away from the craving of lighting up and savor the effects of nicotine. The awareness of its harmful effects to the human body is there but the will power to sever the addiction proved inadequate.

One Drug Could Help Easing Pain, Memory Loss, Nicotine Addiction

May 08, 2017

A receptor has connected pain, memory, and nicotine addiction and a research group have developed a drug that could enhance the receptor.

Nicotine Exposure Before And After Birth Causes Hearing Problems For Babies

Feb 14, 2017

Studies has found out that exposure to nicotine might be the cause of hearing problems with some babies.

How Second-Hand Smoking Affects Pets At Home

Dec 30, 2015

Experts found a causal relationship between a smoking environment and animal sickness including cancer, cell damage and weight gain.