Smoking : Science World Report

Mar 03, 2015 01:07 PM EST

Smoking Bans Don't Always Work So Well

It's a continuous struggle to stop or, better yet, prevent cigarette smoking addiction.

Feb 16, 2015 02:18 AM EST

This New Test For Lung Cancer Involves A Less Invasive Procedure

Researchers at the University of Leicester and Leicester's Hospital in the United Kingdom are working on a non-invasive form for testing lung cancer that involves a breath test.

Feb 11, 2015 06:33 AM EST

Smoking May Thin Your Brain's Cortex and Impact Your Thinking in Later Life

Smoking may actually thin a vital part of your brain. Scientists have examined the long-term effects of smoking and have found that it could cause thinning of the brain's cortex, which is responsible for critical cognitive functions such as memory, language and perception.

Feb 03, 2015 09:55 AM EST

Here's Why Colorectal Cancer Survivors Should Never Smoke

While smoking is primarily known for increasing lung cancer, it can also increase the risk of other kinds, as well.

Jan 22, 2015 01:24 PM EST

Think Of The Money You Could Save If You Stopped Smoking

Saving up for an extravagant vacation? You might want to quit smoking to help pay for it. A new analysis released as part of Tobacco-Free Awareness Week reveals that millions of smokers in the United States may be more likely to drop the habit if they realize just how much money they could save.

Jan 12, 2015 05:03 PM EST

Teens And Second-Hand Smoke: Study Uncovers The Dangers Of Tobacco

Despite numerous warnings, many throughout the world continue to smoke. For those who do not take part, they may still be affected by those around them who take part in the potentially deadly habit.

Dec 09, 2014 05:44 PM EST

Are E-Cigs Less Addictive Than Cigarettes?

E-cigarettes may be "healthier" than regular smoking, yet there's still much that's unknown about their long term effects. Now, recent findings show that they are less-addictive than regular cigarettes.

Dec 08, 2014 02:57 PM EST

Smoking May Hurt Your Ability To Quit Drinking

Could smoking hurt your ability to cut alcohol once and for all? Researchers at the University of Buffalo Research Institute on Addictions (RIA) have found that a small number of clients who smoke have shorter stays in alcohol treatment programs than non-smokers, along with poorer treatment outcomes...

Dec 03, 2014 01:55 PM EST

Prefrontal Cortex May Explain Why Some Can't Quit Smoking

Some may be more successful at quitting smoking than others, according to recent findings published in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology. And a lot of that has to do with the brain.

Nov 11, 2014 01:45 PM EST

Smoking Increases The Risk Of Second Smoking Cancer Related Development

Cigarette smoking can increase the risk of certain respiratory issues, as well as lung, bladder, kidney and neck cancers. Yet now, recent findings published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology have found that smoking can also increase the risk of second smoking associated cancer.

Oct 20, 2014 09:43 AM EDT

Smoking During Pregnancy Alters DNA and Stress Hormones in Newborns

Scientists have found that newborns of mothers who smoke cigarettes during pregnancy show lower levels of stress hormones, lowered stress response and alterations in DNA for a gene that regulates passage of stress hormones from mother to fetus.

Oct 08, 2014 12:14 AM EDT

Tobacco Smoke Increases Risk Of Oral HPV Cancers

Countless studies and health reports have discussed the dangers of smoking-a nasty habit that can drastically increase the risk of lung cancer and other serious health issues. Now, recent findings published in the The Journal of the American Medical Association. show that smoking can also increase t...