smoking

One million UK smokers have quit since the pandemic began, surveys suggest

Scientists begin female hormone trials to try and boost men’s odds against virus

New study suggests smoking may cut risk of infection - but does not advise taking up the fatal habit

New research suggests that healthy cells can replace potentially cancerous ones

An epidemiologist explains the reason behind the difference in life expectancy

Experts warn of vicious circle as people with psychological conditions are more likely to take up the habit

Trump administration threatens to ban flavoured e-cigarettes after six deaths are linked to them

New figures show smoking rates starting to climb among teenagers from poorer communities

Research suggests that sedentary lifestyles cost the NHS around £700m a year, increasing the risk of chronic health problems

No-deal Brexit would see an end to current EU images on tobacco packaging

New report says obesity set to overtake smoking as leading global cause of the disease

Cancer Research UK says that giving up smoking and cutting down on calories could see cancer rates fall dramatically

Public Health England suggests initiative in bid to reduce number of smokers

National television and newspaper adverts will correct decades of lies and misinformation about smoking

Action on Smoking and Health says more needs to be done to dispel myths around electronic cigarettes

Ten packs and smaller tobacco bags are out, while standard plain covers are in

Proposed merger has long been expected, but timing is a 'surprise', say analysts

All the details on the EU's reported plan for a new levy that could see a huge jump in price

From today, drivers and passengers caught lighting up with children in the car face a £50 fine