Smoking Research Studies Exposure to Cigarette Smoke Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania recently received a $2.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health for a new study focusing on the chemical changes that occur when the body is exposed to cigarette smoke. Previous research has shown that chemical changes in the body can occur after exposure to … [Read more...] about NIH to Fund New Research Study Regarding Exposure to Cigarette Smoke
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Risks Related to Secondhand Smoke (SHS)
Secondhand smoke (SHS) causes premature disease and death in nonsmokers, including heart disease and lung cancer. The Surgeon General has concluded that no risk-free level of SHS exposure exists; the only way to fully protect nonsmokers is to completely eliminate smoking in indoor spaces. Studies have determined that levels of airborne particulate matter in restaurants, … [Read more...] about Risks Related to Secondhand Smoke (SHS)
National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems Teleconference Notes
The following information is a the Position Statement on Smoking Policy and Treatment at State Operated Psychiatric Hospitals. Silently and insidiously tobacco sales and tobacco smoking became an accepted way of life not only in our society, but also in our public mental health treatment facilities. Revenue from sales of tobacco provides discretionary income for … [Read more...] about National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems Teleconference Notes
Dangers of Secondhand Smoke Around Children
Myth: Children aren't affected by secondhand smoke. It's okay to smoke in the presence of your kids so long as you don't blow the smoke in their face and open a window. The same goes for smoking around your pregnant partner, or a pregnant friend. Have you ever heard this rationalization for smoking around expecting mothers, infants, and small children? If you have … [Read more...] about Dangers of Secondhand Smoke Around Children
China’s Smoking Related Deaths – 45 Percent From Secondhand Smoke
"In China, we are looking at something like 100,000 people dying a year from passive smoking, and about 45 percent of that will be from chronic lung disease." ~K.K. Cheung, Birmingham University in Britain Secondhand smoke is a growing concern in China. It is difficult to find public places free of smokers. The dangers of smoking cigarettes is not fully … [Read more...] about China’s Smoking Related Deaths – 45 Percent From Secondhand Smoke
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