Tobacco Information for Parents: Department of Health

Tobacco Information for Parents

Nicotine from smoking can damage the developing brain during adolescent growing years. This part of the brain manages impulse control, making personal choices, and weighing consequences.

Teens should know that smoking and tobacco use can cause these health issues, in addition to cancer, heart, and lung disease. more

Acne
Premature wrinkles
Belly fat
Hearing loss
Dental and oral health issues
Breathing problems
Hormone problems
Erectile dysfunction
Weakened immune system
Muscle problems
Weakened bones

What you should do

Know about the latest flavored tobacco products which are sold in candy-like packaging. taste like candy, make tobacco easy to use and easy to conceal.
Know what’s in your child’s backpack? more
Talk to your kids about the dangers of tobacco and these new products.
If you are a parent and you smoke, the single most important thing you can do for your health and that of your children is to quit for good.

Tobacco Information for Parents

What you should do

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