Smoking and Tobacco

The Facts: Smoking is the most preventable cause of death. “Smokeless 2000” Approximately 50 million people smoke. 350,000 to 500,000 people die each year because of smoking. 3 million people die worldwide because of smoking. 6 billion dollars are spent annually on advertising. Nationwide study- see chart

Characteristics of Adolescent Tobacco Users Begin using tobacco in the 6th or 7th grade. Perform badly in school. Feel isolated from others. Hang around with people who smoke and use other drugs. Feel they are not in good physical condition and probably won’t live long.

Adolescent Tobacco Users (continued) Use other substances such as alcohol and marijuana. Think about quitting but can’t. Give in to peer pressure. Enjoy the game of getting away with something. Have parents that use tobacco.

History of Tobacco Tobacco was brought to America by 16th century Spanish sailors. In 1964, a study by the Surgeon General found that: Cigarette smoking was the leading cause of lung cancer. Cigarette smoking was the leading cause of lung cancer. Cigarette smoking was directly related to heart disease. Cigarette smoking was directly related to heart disease. People that smoked are more likely to die from heart and lung diseases. People that smoked are more likely to die from heart and lung diseases. In 1971, all radio and TV advertising was banned and warning labels were applied.

Forms of Tobacco Tobacco can be smoked, chewed or inhaled. Smoked tobacco- pipes, cigarettes, and cigars. Smokeless tobacco- chewing and snuff.

Chemicals found in Tobacco There are over 4000 chemicals found in tobacco. 40 of the chemicals cause can cause cancer. These chemicals that cause cancer are known as carcinogens.

3 Harmful Chemicals Found in Tobacco Nicotine- Found in tar. It is a stimulate that increases heart rate and blood pressure. It is the main cause of dependencies and tolerance. *One drop of pure nicotine can kill a person.

3 Harmful Chemicals Found in Tobacco (continued) Tar- Yellowish brown, sticky substance that stains and sticks to teeth, fingers, lungs, and bronchial tubes. Carbon monoxide-Gas that replaces oxygen in the blood, making it difficult for cells to get all the oxygen they need.

Immediate Effects of Smoking Heart rate increases. Blood vessels narrow. Skin temperature drops. Lining of nose, throat, and mouth become irritated. Dizziness. Upset stomach and a lack of appetite. Reduction of taste and smell. Discoloration of teeth. Headache.

Long Term Effects of Smoking Increased risk of lung, stomach and bladder cancers; and heart attacks and stroke. Heart- Blood vessels narrow which raises the heart rate and blood pressure. When these vessels become narrower it makes your heart work much harder to pump blood throughout your body. The blood vessels become hard and brittle. If smoking continues, heart disease may occur.

Long Term Effects of Smoking Slows down or paralyzes cilia. Emphysema- Is a lung disease that gradually destroys breathing capacity. This disease causes the tiny air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs to break down. Alveoli can not exchange O2 for CO2 which causes the alveoli to pop or burst like balloon. Smoker develops a smokers cough which causes unnecessary force on the lungs. (diaphragm) Lung Cancer- Cilia becomes matted down and can not filter the lungs. The smoke and tar irritates the lining of the lungs causing the cells DNA to mutate, leading to malignant tumors.

Why People Smoke Stimulate- Some people experience a psychological lift. Handling- Some people enjoy the mere handling of things. Pleasurable- Makes some people feel relaxed. Cravings- When people develop an addiction they crave nicotine. Habit

Effects on the Unborn Child Women who smoke have higher rates of spontaneous abortion (miscarriage), stillbirth, premature birth, and babies that weigh below normal weights. SIDS- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Healthy newborns die soon after birth.

Family Feud Top 3 answer on the board- Here’s the question? Name three harmful chemicals that are found in smoked tobacco? 1. nicotine 2. tar 3. carbon dioxide

Family Feud In 1964, what did the surgeon General say about smoked tobacco? 1. Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer. 2. smoking is directly related to heart disease 3. people that smoke are more likely to die from heart and lung disease.

Family Feud Name two forms of tobacco? 1.Smoked 2.smokeless

Family Feud Name five immediate effects of smoking? 1. heart rate increases 2. blood vessel narrow 3. skin temp. drops 4. lining of nose and throat become irritated 5. Dizziness 6. Upset stomach, lack of appetite 7. headache 8. discolored teeth, reduced taste,

Family Feud Name three diseases directly related to tobacco use. 1. lung cancer 2. emphysema 3. heart disease 4. mouth, gum, tongue, lip cancers

Family Feud Name two things that can happen if mom smokes while she is pregnant? 1. Higher rate of miscarriages 2. stillbirths 3. Premature babies

Family Feud Name four reasons why teens may smoke? 1. Stimulate 2. handling 3. enjoyment 4. craving 5. habit