Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) affects 10% of adults over 40 in Greece, with half unaware of their condition. Pneumologist Mina Gaga highlights that 11% of men and 5% of women suffer from COPD, primarily due to smoking. The disease…
NHS England is set to distribute a new medication containing varenicline, designed to significantly aid smoking cessation for tens of thousands of smokers. This pill reportedly reduces nicotine cravings and eases withdrawal symptoms, making it potentially more effective than existing…
The NHS is launching an improved version of varenicline, a prescription-only stop smoking pill, to aid smokers in quitting. Varenicline, previously withdrawn due to safety concerns, is now deemed safe and is expected to help over 85,000 smokers annually. It…
The Municipality of Athens is reviving its successful Smoking Cessation Clinics starting November 20, offering free specialized support for smokers of all ages. Sponsored in collaboration with the Hellenic Pulmonology Society, the program is geared towards helping both first-time quitters…
The NHS is launching an improved version of the smoking cessation pill Varenicline, effective for those looking to quit smoking in England. Varenicline, previously withdrawn due to impurities, has now been approved as safe and is shown to be more…
