Tobacco and Vaping Awareness Flashcard

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What chemical in tobacco products causes addiction?

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Nicotine

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Why do some teens in Alaska try vaping, even knowing the risks?

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It’s popular among their peers

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What does nicotine do to a teenager’s brain?

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Increases risk of long-term addiction and affects brain development

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Which of the following is NOT a tobacco product?

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Soda

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What’s the best way to help a friend who wants to quit smoking or vaping?

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Offer support and suggest talking to a health professional

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What is the primary health risk associated with smoking tobacco?

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Lung cancer and other respiratory diseases

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What is vaping?

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Inhaling vapor produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device.

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What are the long-term effects of vaping on health?

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Potential lung damage, addiction, and cardiovascular issues.

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What is secondhand smoke?

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Smoke that is exhaled by a smoker or that comes from the burning end of a cigarette.

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What are some common reasons teens start smoking?

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Peer pressure, curiosity, and stress relief.