Smoking
Can Israel finally stub out smoking? Experts turn to AI, brain stimulation, and new drugs
While smoking is declining in many countries around the world, it is growing in Israel, rising in the last few years from one in five adults to one in four.
10 mistakes that cost you thousands of shekels a year
Collective trauma reminders trigger immediate cannabis, tobacco cravings, Hebrew U. study finds
Teen e-cigarette use surpasses regular cigarettes for first time, Health Ministry report finds
A pack a day for 10 years? That’s ~10% less salary. Researchers link smoking to earnings
Negative income impact strongest among younger, less-educated smokers, Finnish research reveals.
Want to stop smoking? $700 in rewards can really help, study says
“We wanted to find out if giving people rewards helps them to quit smoking in the long term," said Professor Caitlin Notley, lead author of the study from UEA’s Norwich Medical School.
Why are cigarette prices climbing? Breaking down the latest increase
This increase is similar to the one that occurred in March 2024, when the government raised the purchase tax on cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and roll-your-own tobacco.
Each cigarette reduces life expectancy by 20 minutes, study finds
If a smoker who smokes 10 cigarettes daily quits on January 1st, they can prevent losing a full day of life by January 8th.
Milan imposes near-total outdoor smoking ban starting January 1
The new regulation will prohibit smoking in all public or publicly accessible outdoor spaces, including sidewalks, squares, outdoor cafés, and parks.
Heavy smokers may need 25 years for heart disease risk to match that of non-smokers after quitting
Study reveals ex-smokers with over eight pack-years have similar heart attack risk as current smokers.
Things that will make your sukkah comfortable and inviting
As Sukkot takes on new meaning as a symbol of resilience and hope, ensure maximum comfort in your sukkah.
More smoking, more obesity, more sleep medication use - report
The report shows a rise in medication use, obesity, and smoking, a decline in cancer screenings, concerns over excessive sleep, and anti-anxiety drug consumption.
Olmaya celebrates 10 years with meat and wine festival on Jerusalem's Promenade
Olmaya event hall's 10th anniversary features the Mee(a)t Festival Garden, offering kosher meat, wine, and more, from July 30 to August 8.
Tobacco company advertises products differently in Israel, depending on demographic - study
The study emphasized the critical need for rigorous media surveillance and regulatory measures to ensure fair and balanced reporting.
