Smokers are 70% more likely to need treatment for root canal infections than non smokers, according to a study of the Journal of Dental Research. Previously research found that they are also twice as likely to lose their teeth, since smoking contributes to periodontal disease. Pack a day smokers can expect to lose an extra [...]
Bill and Melina Gates helps in tobacco control event
June 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Bill and Melina Gates Foundation has sanctioned $5 million to the Public Health Foundation of India.The grant provided for the project on Strengthening of Tobacco Control Efforts through Innovative Partnerships and Strategies (STEPS) will provide the much-needed district-specific strategic response to the rapidly escalating global tobacco epidemic. Project STEPS will try to remove tobacco smoking [...]
