If you're one of those people who really want to stop smoking, but have tried everything in your power and still can't kick the habit, then these Nicotine Addiction Vaccines could be your saving grace. Since vaccines have helped prevent people "from getting life-threatening diseases, such as influenza, polio, rubella etc..." then why not nicotine, states Discovery news.
The NicVAX vaccines work to block the positive sensation smoking provides, thereby allowing smokers to kick the habit if it brings them no pleasure. The vaccine is still in its early days of clinical trials, but the nicotine addiction vaccines are expected to hit the public by 2012.
Anti-Smoking Vaccines
Nicotine Addiction Vaccines Could Weaken Smoking Urges
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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