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Smokers given genetic test to help them quit

SCOTTISH smokers could be given a genetic test to help them quit their nicotine habit. Health officials in Glasgow are currently in talks over whether...

The dogs forced to “smoke” up to 15 cigarettes a day

PET dogs are forced to inhale the equivalent of up to 15 cigarettes a day by owners with a regular nicotine habit, Scottish scientists...

City crackdown on smoking litter

A NEW anti-litter scheme aimed at smokers has been launched in Edinburgh. Edinburgh’s South West Neighbourhood team will be stepping up patrols this week and...

Cloud of smoke surrounding the use of electronic cigarettes in Scottish companies.

SMOKERS at one of Scotland's biggest companies have been banned from using electronic cigarettes at their desks. Finance firm Standard Life say the e-cigs -...

Pensioners forced into freezing shelter for smoke

RESIDENTS at a Scots care home will be forced to light up outside after a health and safety decision to shut their smoking room. Bosses...

BMA call for vehicle smoking ban

TOP doctors have called for the Scottish Government to ban smoking in private cars. The British Medical Association (BMA) said smoking in the enclosed spaces...

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