Secondhand Smoke May Raise Kids’ Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk

Secondhand Smoke May Raise Kids’ Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk

Aug. 23, 2021 — Did your parents light up when you were a kid? If so, you may have a higher risk of having rheumatoid arthritis as an adult, a new study suggests. Researchers found evidence that women whose parents smoked had a 75% higher risk of having the disorder. In people with rheumatoid … Read more

Secondhand Smoke Linked to Higher Arthritis Risk

Secondhand Smoke Linked to Higher Arthritis Risk

June 9, 2021 — Secondhand smoke appears linked to a higher risk of rheumatoid arthritis in those who were exposed to it during childhood and adulthood, according to a new study. Though rheumatoid arthritis is not a common disease, the findings may be particularly relevant for those already at increased risk due to family history, … Read more

India’s tobacco burden: Why it is urgent to protect Right to Health

India’s tobacco burden: Why it is urgent to protect Right to Health

Data shows that nearly 27% of all cancers in India are linked to tobacco usage. Everywhere, there are warnings related to tobacco consumption and smoking. The harmful effects of smoking and tobacco consumption are well known yet these warnings find themselves mostly ignored in the public gaze. Every time you watch a film on screen … Read more