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Seven English areas see smoking rates rise despite national fall
Official data reveals smoking has declined to just 9.1% of UK adults, but seven areas including East Staffordshire show worrying increases. Discover the regional disparities and new government regulations.
Australia's smoking crackdown fuels smuggling epidemic
Australia's aggressive anti-smoking policies have triggered an unprecedented black market boom, with soaring cigarette prices fuelling a lucrative smuggling trade that's overwhelming border authorities.
UK smokers pay £9,000 annually in tobacco taxes
Exclusive analysis reveals the staggering amount British smokers contribute in tobacco taxes annually, with heavy users paying over £9,000 to the Treasury.
Australia's $33bn tobacco tax crisis hits budget
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax revenue shortfall as anti-smoking success backfires on Treasury projections, forcing budget rethink.
Vaping damages blood vessels like smoking - study
Groundbreaking research exposes how vaping damages blood vessels and heart function, challenging perceptions of e-cigarettes as a safe smoking alternative.
Maldives Smoking Ban: Tourist Warning Issued
The Maldives introduces revolutionary anti-smoking legislation, banning tobacco products across all 1,192 islands with severe penalties for violations. Essential reading for travellers planning paradise getaways.
Black mothers' babies 81% more likely to die in NHS care
Groundbreaking NHS research exposes stark racial disparities in neonatal care outcomes, with babies born to Black mothers facing significantly higher mortality rates across England.
SNP plans minimum pricing for tobacco in Scotland
The Scottish Government is considering implementing minimum unit pricing for tobacco products, mirroring their controversial alcohol policy. Health campaigners welcome the move while critics warn of unintended consequences.
Women drive alarming vaping surge in UK
Exclusive data reveals British women are embracing vaping at unprecedented rates, creating a new public health challenge as e-cigarette use soars while traditional smoking falls.
Vaping Overtakes Smoking in UK First
Groundbreaking NHS data shows e-cigarettes have surpassed traditional smoking in Britain for the first time, with vaping rates doubling while smoking continues dramatic decline.
UK Health Alert: Vaping Crisis Reaches Critical Levels
New data reveals alarming trends in UK vaping habits, with health experts warning of serious public health consequences despite perceived safety advantages over traditional smoking.
Vaping Overtakes Smoking in Britain
New ONS data reveals vaping has surpassed traditional smoking in Britain, with just 6.9% of adults now smoking cigarettes compared to 7.7% using e-cigarettes.
England's Obesity Crisis Worsens: New Data Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals England's escalating obesity epidemic with stark regional disparities and concerning patterns emerging across different demographic groups.
Vaping overtakes smoking in UK with 5.4 million users
In a dramatic public health shift, vaping has surpassed traditional smoking in Britain with 5.4 million adults now using e-cigarettes, according to latest government figures revealing a historic turning point.
Sydney Tobacco Shops Close Under New Laws
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements radical new legislation targeting smoking rates and youth access.
Maldives enacts world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
Diabetes UK launches smoking cessation support programme
Diabetes UK introduces innovative support programme offering personalised guidance to help people with diabetes quit smoking and reduce health complications.
South West sees sharpest decline in child population
New ONS data reveals dramatic regional disparities in child population across England and Wales, with the South West experiencing the most significant drop while London sees growth.
Black women face fibroid care delays in UK healthcare
A damning report reveals Black women in the UK experience unacceptable delays and poorer quality care for fibroid treatment, highlighting deep-seated racial disparities in the NHS maternity and gynaecological services.
Ben Affleck's Smoking Meme Goes Viral Worldwide
Hollywood star Ben Affleck has become an unexpected internet sensation after a candid smoking photo sparked countless memes and viral reactions across social media platforms.
Peer with BAT ties challenges UK smoking ban in court
Lord Strathcarron, with family ties to British American Tobacco, launches legal bid against landmark generational smoking ban, arguing it breaches constitutional rights and sets dangerous precedent.
NI smoking ban faces Brexit legal hurdle
Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.
Las Vegas tourist hit with £1,800 smoking fine
A British holidaymaker's Las Vegas getaway turned into a financial nightmare after being slapped with a staggering $2,300 fine for smoking in a Rio Hotel room. Discover how hotels are cracking down on smoking violations and how to avoid costly penalties.
Richard Madeley's 60-a-day smoking confession
Good Morning Britain presenter Richard Madeley reveals his astonishing 60-a-day smoking habit and the terrifying health warning that made him quit cold turkey.
UK Men's Life Expectancy Shows Stark North-South Divide
New ONS data exposes shocking regional disparities as men in wealthier southern areas outlive northern counterparts by up to eight years, highlighting deepening health inequalities across Britain.
San Sebastián bans beach smoking and restricts dogs
The Spanish coastal paradise of San Sebastián introduces sweeping new regulations prohibiting smoking on beaches and restricting dog access, transforming the tourist experience in one of Europe's most beautiful destinations.
NHS rolls out stop-smoking drug nationwide
The NHS has made varenicline, a highly effective stop-smoking medication, available through a new prescription service, potentially helping millions quit tobacco for good.
UK urged to ban cigarette filters over health and environment
Leading health experts and environmental campaigners are calling for an immediate ban on cigarette filters in the UK, citing mounting evidence of their devastating impact on public health and the environment.
Smoking: The Ultimate Dating Deal-Breaker for Brits
New research reveals why smoking has become the number one romantic deal-breaker for UK singles, with 75% rejecting smokers outright. Discover how this health concern is reshaping modern dating.
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