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UNCOVERED: Smoking | History Defined

Major new restrictions on nicotine products come into force in Scotland

THE sale of nicotine pouches and other nicotine products to under-18s has been banned in Scotland under new legislation which comes into force on Thursday.

The National (Scotland) · 46m ago

Scotland bans sale of nicotine products to under-18s

The ban forms part of the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026

The Independent UK · 8h ago

Sale of nicotine products to under-18s banned in Scotland

The new rules extend to other forms of nicotine, such as pouches, strips or pearls.

Evening Standard · 8h ago

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Scotland bans nicotine product sale for under-18s

A nicotine ban has come into effect in Scotland, meaning under 18s will no longer be able to purchase certain products

The Independent UK · 8h ago

Ireland Is Banning Vape Flavors. This Shop Owner Warns It Could Cost Lives.

The government says it's protecting children, but the restrictions could drive adults back to smoking and hand business to the black market.

Reason · 15h ago

Dear Altria Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for October 29

As Altria prepares to report Q3 earnings on Oct. 29, investors await fresh clues on its growth prospects.

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18% of Eligible U.S. Adults Got Lung Cancer Screening in 2022, With Most Unaware the Test Existed

Research presented at the CHEST 2026 Annual Meeting found that only 18% of eligible U.S. adults received lung cancer screening in 2022, with awareness and access remaining major barriers.

Medical Daily · Oct 28

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Majority of responses to consultation on smoking Bill ‘generated by AI bots’

The responses were ‘overwhelmingly targeted’ at opposing plans to restrict the sale of disposable vapes.

Evening Standard · Oct 27

LA residents file public nuisance complaint over visitors gathering at Hollywood sign

Residents living near the iconic landmark say the streets have been clogged with traffic and that the area has become a ‘public toilet’

The Independent UK · Oct 27

Elon Musk says he has ‘cyber psychosis’. Do you too?

Whether using chatbots for childcare or taking up smoking, a new affliction is sweeping through the tech world. Here are the signs, writes Arwa Mahdawi

The Guardian - UK · Oct 27

Cost is not the only reason people buy illicit tobacco – for some, it’s an act of defiance

Recent estimates suggest illicit tobacco now accounts for between 50% and 60% of tobacco consumed in Australia. Rapid growth in the Australian illicit tobacco market raises concerns a similar situation could evolve in New Zealand.

The Conversation · Oct 27

Up to One in Five American Lung Cancer Patients Never Smoked, and Current Screening Rules Leave Them Out

Up to 20% of U.S. lung cancer patients never smoked, CHEST 2026 speakers said. Learn the risk factors, symptoms, and screening gaps.

Medical Daily · Oct 24

The top 5 causes of lung cancer in non-smokers - and how to limit your risk

Pope Leo XIV is a non-smoker and recently underwent surgery for early-stage lung cancer

The Independent UK · Oct 23

Funny Health Posters Scored Worse on Cancer Screening and Smoking but Better on a Topic People Avoid

A Japanese experiment found humorous posters scored worse than serious ones for cancer screening and smoking but better for advance care planning.

Medical Daily · Oct 22

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Times Life · Oct 22

Premature Graying in Teens: 6 Health Conditions Worth Checking

Gray hair at fourteen is not always just a quirk of genetics. Sometimes it is the scalp's way of signaling something the rest of the body has not announced yet. Melanocytes, the cells inside each hair follicle that produce pigment, are sensitive to nutritional status, hormone levels, and immune activity.…

Medical Daily · Oct 22

Selena Gomez Says Vaping Changed Her Voice, and Voice Specialists Explain How Hot, Dry Vapor Strains Vocal Folds

Selena Gomez says vaping changed her voice. An NYU specialist explains how vapor dries the vocal folds and when hoarseness needs a checkup.

The Times of India · Oct 22

Georgia woman sues over neighbour's marijuana smoke despite smoking ban; court dismisses claim

A Georgia woman sued after claiming her neighbour’s marijuana smoke repeatedly entered her apartment despite a no-smoking lease, affecting her breathing and health. Bridget Francis alleged that the apartment management ignored her complaints. However, on October 19, 2026, a Georgia appeals court upheld the dismissal of her claims against a…

MyLifeXP · Oct 22

Always Have Cold Hands and Feet? Here's What Could Be Behind It

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Medical Daily · Oct 22

Iowa Ranks Second Nationally for Cancer Incidence and Is One of Three States Where Rates Are Rising

Iowa has the nation's second-highest cancer incidence and rising rates. See the registry figures, the possible drivers, and the steps families can take.

Medical Daily · Oct 22

Older-Looking Faces Tied to 21% Higher Death Risk in Cancer Patients as Mass General Brigham Invites Public Selfies

A Mass General Brigham AI linked older-looking faces to higher cancer death risk. See what the studies show, their limits, and what the selfie portal is for.

The Independent UK · Oct 20

EastEnders star Lacey Turner claims Wendy Richard’s ghost slapped her backside on set

Wendy Richard played Pauline Fowler on the BBC show and died in 2009 from breast cancer

Evening Standard · Oct 20

Smokers warned to dispose of cigarettes safely after three fires in south London

Fires in Beckenham, Croydon and Westbourne Park were found to have been caused by cigarettes

Euronews · Oct 20

France's traditional smoked sausage under threat – but is Brussels really to blame?

Political parties across Brittany are up in arms over the French government's failure to defend andouille de Guémené, a traditional sausage suspected of posing a cancer risk.

MyLifeXP · Oct 20

6 Small Daily Changes That Can Help Build Stronger Bones

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The Conversation · Oct 19

Childhood adversity linked to billions in health and economic costs – new research

Childhood trauma can leave scars that last long after the experiences themselves have ended. Its effects can reach into adult life, increasing the risk of mental illness, physical health problems and other difficulties.

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UNCOVERED: Smoking | History Defined

Major new restrictions on nicotine products come into force in Scotland

Scotland bans sale of nicotine products to under-18s

Sale of nicotine products to under-18s banned in Scotland

Scotland bans nicotine product sale for under-18s

Ireland Is Banning Vape Flavors. This Shop Owner Warns It Could Cost Lives.

Dear Altria Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for October 29

18% of Eligible U.S. Adults Got Lung Cancer Screening in 2022, With Most Unaware the Test Existed

Majority of responses to consultation on smoking Bill ‘generated by AI bots’

LA residents file public nuisance complaint over visitors gathering at Hollywood sign

Elon Musk says he has ‘cyber psychosis’. Do you too?

Cost is not the only reason people buy illicit tobacco – for some, it’s an act of defiance

Up to One in Five American Lung Cancer Patients Never Smoked, and Current Screening Rules Leave Them Out

The top​ 5 cause​s of lung cancer in non-smokers​ - and how to limit your risk

Funny Health Posters Scored Worse on Cancer Screening and Smoking but Better on a Topic People Avoid

Premature Graying in Teens: 6 Health Conditions Worth Checking

Selena Gomez Says Vaping Changed Her Voice, and Voice Specialists Explain How Hot, Dry Vapor Strains Vocal Folds

Georgia woman sues over neighbour's marijuana smoke despite smoking ban; court dismisses claim

Always Have Cold Hands and Feet? Here's What Could Be Behind It

Iowa Ranks Second Nationally for Cancer Incidence and Is One of Three States Where Rates Are Rising

Older-Looking Faces Tied to 21% Higher Death Risk in Cancer Patients as Mass General Brigham Invites Public Selfies

EastEnders star Lacey Turner claims Wendy Richard’s ghost slapped her backside on set

Smokers warned to dispose of cigarettes safely after three fires in south London

France's traditional smoked sausage under threat – but is Brussels really to blame?

6 Small Daily Changes That Can Help Build Stronger Bones

Childhood adversity linked to billions in health and economic costs – new research

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