Ask a parent to lock a child in an enclosed smoke-filled space, exposing them to arsenic, tar and formaldehyde, and they’ll inevitably say “no”. Yet one in ten parents continues to do just that. For libertarians…
The effects of long-term tobacco smoking on our mental faculties such as memory and concentration are only now becoming known.
China is now facing similar health issues to higher income countries including the UK and US, according to new global health figures. Poor diet and cancer are a growing concern in China compared to issues…
Around one million UK workers are exposed to smoke in their daily jobs. There needs to be more protection for these people.
Making more sustainable fashion choices doesn’t require a massive lifestyle change.
How stubbing out cigarettes helped to clear the air.
Billions are being loaned against some fast depreciating assets. It could end in an almighty car crash.
The Birkin bag made by luxury retailer Hermès is a must-have for the global elite. Listen to The Conversation Weekly podcast to hear two sociologist discuss what it symbolises.
There are other things which cause air pollution – cars, for example – which will have a much bigger impact.
Smoking is the single greatest cause of ill health and death globally.
