The Effects
- Smoking any drug gets it to the brain quickly. When a smoker inhales, the nicotine reaches the brain in around 8 seconds
- Speeds up the heart rate and increase blood pressure
- regular smokers say it helps them relax, feel less hungry and concentrate
The Risks
- Cancer
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Respiratory problems such as Bronchitis etc
- Pregnant women risk having low weight/premature babies
- There are approximately 120,000 smoking related deaths in the UK each year
The Law
- Legal to buy if over 16 years of age
- As of March 2006 it is illegal to smoke in public buildings, pubs, restaurants etc
- There may be a change in law regarding the age of purchase – from 16-18 years
Street Names
- Fags
- Rollies
- Smokes
- Ciggies
- Tabs
