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April 29, 2024 by gfn.tv
BALANCING THE RISKS | Francisco Ordóñez explains Colombia's latest vape restrictions
Colombia has recently introduced new vaping regulations which have effectively equated vapes with tobacco products. In the name of reducing youth access to vapes, have the government sidelined smokers in the process? Joining us to explore this in today's episode is Francisco Ordóñez, founder and president of Asovape Colombia.
February 26, 2019 by eurekalert.org
A gene involved in ADHD could be related to addictive substance use
Some variations in the gene LPHN3 -associated with the attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in kids and adults- could favour likelihood to smoke, consume alcohol, cannabis and other addictive substances, according to an article [...]
The findings are based on the study of around 2,700 patients -children, adolescents and adults- from the United States, Colombia and Spain, and it will contribute to provide new genetic tools to improve prevention of addictive behaviours in people with ADHD.
August 09, 2018 by komu.com
Ellis Fischel Cancer Center Offers Tobacco Free Program To Help Smokers Quit
Columbia - MU Health Care and the Wellness Resource Center are teaming up Thursday to provide guidance in order to help smokers break the habit. According to MU Health Care, "22.3 percent (1,049,400) of adults in Missouri smoke."The program is 10 weeks long and free of charge. It is vital for helping people live a healthier life.