Smoking

Question 1

What are some Uk smoking facts ?

Answer 1

Smoking is the major causes of preventable death , on average long term smokers die earlier than non smokers , half of all smokers die because of smoking , twice as many poor or disadvantages smoke than others , e-cigarettes are safer .

Question 2

List some effects for smoking to our physical health ?

Answer 2

Heart attack , cancers , respiratory problems , fitness , sick leave , infertility , miscarriage .

Question 3

Positive effects of quitting smoking consist of what ?

Answer 3

Within weeks circulation and immune system improve , after a year the risk of heart attack falls by 50% , after 15 years all health risks fall to the level of a non smoker .

Question 4

What support can people receive to stop smoking ?

Answer 4

nicotine replacement therapy , e-cigarettes , medication , understanding craving triggers , support from family and friends , nicotine sprays , patches

Question 5

List some BARRIERS to quitting smoking ?

Answer 5

Being addicted , family and friends smoke , fear of gaining weight , lack of awareness , failing to quit in the past .