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One in 20 adults both smoke and vape, study finds
New research has revealed that the dual use of vape products and cigarettes is on the rise, with over one…
Dentistry
Do ultra-processed foods obstruct jaw development?
A dental society has responded to a study which links consuming ultra-processed foods with stunted jaw development in children. The…
Dentistry
This is the best way to quit vaping, Oxford researchers reveal
The most effective way to quit vaping depends on your age, according to a new study from Oxford University researchers.…
Health & research
Smoking one cigarette ‘could cut 20 minutes off life expectancy’
Smoking a single cigarette could shorten your life expectancy by 20 minutes, a new study has found. This figure marks…
Health & research
People who use vapes and cigarettes ‘less likely to quit’
People who use both vapes and cigarettes are less likely to quit compared to people who only smoke or only…
Health & research
Northern Ireland pushes back vape ban
Northern Ireland will delay its ban on the sale and supply of single-use vapes by two months, the government has…
Dentistry
Fat retaining ‘memory’ of past obesity could drive yo-yo diet impact, study says
Fat cells can retain a memory of past obesity, a study suggests, which may prepare the cells to grow when…
Health & research
Tobacco and Vapes Bill backed by MPs
MPs have voted in favour of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, bringing a UK smoking ban and stricter vape regulations…
Dentistry
NHS to offer ‘stop smoking’ pill to help people quit
The NHS will offer a ‘stop smoking’ pill to thousands of people in England who are trying to quit the…
Dentistry
Berry-flavoured vapes may be more dangerous than those without flavour
Berry-flavoured vapes can weaken the lungs’ natural defences, new research suggests, prompting warnings over the types of flavours used for…
Health & research
Sugar consumption in early life linked to chronic health problems
Reducing sugar in the first 1,000 days after a child’s conception reduces the risk of developing health problems later in…
Dentistry
Pub garden smoking ban dropped following backlash
The government is reportedly moving away from plans to ban smoking in some open air spaces amid hospitality opposition. In…
Dentistry
Disposable vapes to be banned next June, government says
Disposable vapes will be banned in England and Wales from June next year in a bid to protect children’s health…
Health & research
Government considering raising tax on vapes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering raising the tax on vaping products in the upcoming autumn budget. The vaping products levy…
Dentistry
Sober October: exploring alcohol and oral health
Manrina Rhode discusses the impact of alcohol on oral health, and why October is a valuable time to evaluate our…
Aesthetic dentistry
Nearly one in 10 secondary school pupils vape, survey shows
New data from NHS England has revealed that almost one in 10 (9%) secondary school children vape regularly. In addition,…
Dentistry
Diet Coke is eroding your enamel – here’s how
Sona Khan discusses how Diet Coke impacts dental enamel and why dental professionals should be concerned about the popular soft…
Dentistry
Smoking rates of young adults in steep decline
New data has shown a steep decline in the smoking rates of young adults in the UK over the past…
Dentistry
Smoking before adulthood increases risk of respiratory symptoms in your 20s
People who started smoking under the age of 18 are more likely to experience respiratory symptoms, such as wheezing and…
Health & research
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