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Pfizer Chantix Not Linked To Suicide and Other Psychiatric Effects

By Jenn Loro - Apr 27, 2016 11:19 AM EDT

FDA-commissioned international study revealed that anti-smoking cessation smoking pills like Chantix are not linked to any suicide risk or psychiatric side effects. Following the published report on the controversial medication for smokers, drug manufacturers like Pfizer hope to have the Black Box warning lifted before their patent expires.

Increased Use of Pot Can Lead to Money Issues

By Kanika Gupta - Apr 05, 2016 10:42 AM EDT

Study reveals that people who smoked pot more than four days in a week over the years may end up with serious financial woes.

Regular Marijuana Smokers at Higher Risk of Facing Social and Economic Problems

By Dipannita - Mar 24, 2016 06:36 AM EDT

For long, substance abuse has been decried by social scientists and health experts for wreaking havoc on the health of people. But as per a new study, it also shares a strong link with social and economic problems.

Brain Stroke Has Shown The Way To Better Anti-Smoking Aids

By Peter R - Sep 09, 2015 11:51 AM EDT

A study on stroke victims claims that the insular cortex of the brain can be targeted to help smokers quit without experiencing severe withdrawal.

Bacteria That Chomps On Nicotine Can Help Quit Smoking

By Peter R - Aug 10, 2015 09:03 AM EDT

The enzyme was discovered in a bacteria that lives in the soil of tobacco fields. The bacteria uses nicotine to meet its carbon and nitrogen needs.

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