Digital tools for dental plaque detection: benefit for clinical application 

As explained by researchers, study data demonstrated the objectivity and reliability of these digital tools when assessing plaque accumulation and they should be used in conjunction with comprehensive clinical examination in order to ensure a holistic assessment of oral health.

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CoEHAR: NO HEALTH RESPIRATORY EFFECTS REPORTED WITH ECIG SUBSTITUTION FOR SMOKING

In their work “Respiratory health effects of e-cigarette substitution for tobacco cigarettes: a systematic review”, researchers analyzed 16 studies from 20 publications: most of the studies showed no difference in respiratory parameters. This indicates that electronic nicotine delivery systems substitution for smoking likely does not result in additional harm to respiratory health.

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In Silico Science and Replica PI will attend the 6th THR summit, Athens 

Two CoEHAR researchers will be part of this great event: The CoEHAR Director, Giovanni Li Volti, who is also PI of the replica project, will discuss the latest results of the Replica project and the IN silicon Science Pi, Dr. Renée O’Leary, will present her latest work.

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DiaSmokeFree Working Group Challenges American Diabetes Association Guidelines on E-Cigarette Use  

The DiaSmokeFree Working Group send a letter to the American Diabetes Association (ADA) expressing concern and seeking correction of a couple of statements in the ADA guidelines regarding the use…

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70,000 AMERICAN VAPERS ATTEST THAT SWEETER ECIG FLAVORS HELP TO QUIT AND PREVENT RELAPSES INTO SMOKING

An online survey, conducted on approximately 70,000 exclusive and non-exclusive American adult vapers, highlighted that the most utilized flavors to quit smoking are those of fruit, baked goods, and chocolate. These flavors are considered helpful in preventing and reducing the risk of relapses, but concerns about youth addiction are pushing government to enact strict state regulations

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CoEHAR letter to the European Commissioner for Health for a redefinition of anti-smoking policies

As requested by experts in the letter: "Our hope is that, in light of scientific evidence, the FCTC and the European Union conduct a careful, balanced, and transparent review of the available scientific evidence regarding non-combustible products, compared to conventional cigarettes, to provide indispensable information for making decisions in the interest of millions of smokers."

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