Smoking
Persistent cough that won't go away: Symptoms, causes, and warning signs
A cough can persist even after a cold has passed, and it is sometimes caused by respiratory tract sensitivity, post-nasal drip, asthma, reflux or smoking.
Israeli law mandating graphic warning images on all smoking products takes effect
Does smoking outside protect your children from cigarette smoke? Israeli study says no
Can Israel finally stub out smoking? Experts turn to AI, brain stimulation, and new drugs
Smoking on your balcony? You're still endangering your children - study
A new Israeli study from Tel Aviv University found that even outside, six out of 10 children are at risk of being harmed by tobacco smoke.
Cigarettes distributed to Haredi children on Purim
The Israel Cancer Association denounced the distribution of cigarettes to children at a Purim gathering of Hassidim with their rabbi in the city of El’ad.
Significant increase in number of smokers in detoxification programs - report
The Ministry of Health reported that in 2021, Israel saw an 18% increase in smokers trying to get help to quit their habit.
Gov't is speaking from both sides of its mouth on smoking
Finance Minister Smotrich lowered the e-cigs tax, while Health Ministry officials stress their toxic effects on health but 'do nothing serious.'
Seven tips that reduce the risk of getting Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's has become one of the leading causes of death and it will only increase. Is it possible to stop this development and if so, how?
This smart necklace can help you kick your deadly tobacco habit
It may look like jewelry, but it’s tracking your every puff and can prevent relapse after one quits smoking.
Health orgs. demand Smotrich raise tax on e-cigarettes
Health organizations warned Smotrich that e-cigarettes are still dangerous and canceling the tax will cause a smoking epidemic among Israel's youth.
Throat cancer: Symptoms and causes for concern - explainer
Smoking is the primary cause of throat cancer, but not the only one. Which symptoms are a red flag indicating that you need to be checked, not ignored?
Israeli Arab men have highest rate of lung cancer, Arab women the lowest – report
In recent years, there has been a decrease in the incidence of lung cancer among Jewish men and an increase among Jewish women until 2014.
Israel's top cigarette firm drove haredi smoking addiction with targeted ads
Using loopholes to the laws banning the advertisement of tobacco products, Philip Morris International spent NIS 3 million on targeted smoking and vaping ads in the haredi sector.
