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Tobacco has a drug in it called nicotine which sends the pulse and blood pressure high. People who smoke for the first time may feel dizzy or sick. Those who have been smoking for a long time say it helps them relax and deal with boredom. Although a few people smoke now and then, nicotine is very addictive so many people become hooked and smoke all the time. If they don’t smoke they will feel restless and narky - giving up is very difficult. Smoking causes coughs, chest and breathing problems. |
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When people have been smoking for a long time they have much more chance of getting lung cancer and illnesses like heart disease. Each year 110,000 people die from smoking related diseases in the UK, more than all other drugs put together. Smoking while pregnant can damage the baby. Breathing in other peoples smoke - called ‘passive smoking’ - can damage your own health and even kill. Babies and young children can get asthma and other chest problems. To try and give up get help from family, friends and your doctor. |
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