Articles tagged with Cancer
EU tobacco mortality: Snus a ‘major factor’ behind Sweden’s low rates
EU tobacco mortality: Snus a ‘major factor’ behind Sweden’s low rates
A new analysis of EU tobacco mortality rates reveals that snus use is a “major factor” in explaining why men in Sweden have a significantly lower chance of dying from tobacco-related illnesses compared to men elsewhere in Europe. The study, carried out by ...
US study: Most doctors falsely believe nicotine causes cancer
US study: Most doctors falsely believe nicotine causes cancer
According to a new study from the USA, eight out of ten doctors incorrectly believe nicotine leads to cancer, heart, and respiratory diseases, when in reality these diseases are caused by the toxic substances ...
No link between snus and oral cancer, new study shows
No link between snus and oral cancer, new study shows
Using Swedish snus doesn’t increase the likelihood of developing oral cancer, according to a new study looking at the relationship between snus and oral cancer. The results are based on a sample of more...
New study: Swedish snus saves lives
New study: Swedish snus saves lives
Swedish snus saves many from dying from tobacco-related diseases, every year. Furthermore, it doesn’t increase the risk of stroke or heart attack. According to a new international study, the reason is the d...
British parliamentary committee: end snus ban after Brexit
British parliamentary committee: end snus ban after Brexit
A British parliamentary committee has suggested to the British government that the ban on Swedish snus should end after Brexit. The suggestion is part of a major report on e-cigarettes, published on 17 Aug...
Snus Commission report dispels common snus myths
Snus Commission report dispels common snus myths
The Snus Commission has released a new report on the health impacts of snus, finding there is no evidence of a link between snus and cancer, increased cardiovascular disease, tooth loss, or other forms of oral...