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Low Sperm Count Linked To Mothers’ Smoking
Male babies that do not have good fetal growth or are exposed to their mothers' smoking are more likely to have a lower sperm count as adults, according to a new study.
Most Australians Unaware That Women’s Fertility Declines In Early 30s
Most Australians underestimate when fertility in both men and women starts to decline, a national survey has found.
Philippine ‘Sponge’ Campaign Warns Smokers About Tar In Cigarettes
Eight provinces across the Philippines today launched a new campaign to warn people about the harms of tar in cigarettes.
Indonesia Introduces Smoking Law
Indonesia has passed a law requiring cigarette packets to bear graphic photographic warnings.
We Are Living Longer, But With More Illness
Australians may be living longer, but they are also spending more time living with illness, according to a new global study.
Climate Change Denial Linked To Free Market Ideology, Study
Researchers from Australia have examined what motivates people who are greatly involved in the climate debate to reject scientific evidence.
Smoking In Asia: A Looming Health Epidemic
In the wake of Australia’s landmark ban on cigarette package advertising, Asian Scientist Magazine casts an eye over smoking in Asia.
Australia: Big Tobacco Crashes At First Legal Hurdle On Plain Packaging
On August 15, Australia’s High Court dismissed the plain tobacco packaging case brought against the Australian government by the world’s largest tobacco companies.
New Report Urges Plain Cigarette Packages In India
The Australia India Institute Taskforce on Tobacco Control has released a report urging the introduction of plain packaging of tobacco products in India.
