Here are definitions of medical terms related to smoking and how to stop: Acetylcholine: A neurotransmitter, or chemical in the brain that carries information between nerve cells. Addiction: A strong dependence on a drug. Arteriosclerosis: A disease in which a sticky substance known as plaque adheres to the walls of the arteries, narrowing and eventually clogging them. Bronchitis: An […]
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Cigarette smoke and alcohol can damage the health of unborn babies. Smoking by pregnant women is associated with low birthweight and premature birth, as well as higher rates of illness (colds, bronchitis, ear infections, etc.), breathing problems, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) in their babies. Birth defects of the heart, brain, and face are
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Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on smoking and how to stop: American Cancer Society Phone: 1-800-ACS-2345 http://www.cancer.org American Lung Association Phone: 1-212-315-8700 http://www.lungusa.org Office on Smoking & Health National Center for Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Phone: 1- 770-448-5705 http://www.cdc.gov/tobacco Nicotine Anonymous Phone: 1- 415-750-0328 http://www.nicotine-anonymous.org American Heart Association Phone:
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In 2000, 12.2% of mothers reported having smoked during pregnancy. This means that smoking is the most common addiction among pregnant women in the U.S. In fact, only 20% of women who smoke quit during a pregnancy. It is not uncommon for smokers to reduce their use of cigarettes during pregnancy, but reducing the number
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People drink alcohol for a variety of reasons-social pressure, as a means of reducing stress and emotional upset, addiction-and these reasons don’t go away when a woman becomes pregnant. So even though the knowledge about the dangers of drinking during pregnancy has increased in recent years, the use of alcohol among pregnant women is still
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Here are some frequently asked questions related to smoking, alcohol, and pregnancy: Q: Are smoking and drinking really dangerous to the unborn baby? A: Yes. Smoking and drinking alcohol are both associated with serious complications during pregnancy and birth, as well as potentially severe birth defects. In order to protect the health of her baby, a
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Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to smoking, alcohol, and pregnancy: Smoking is a factor in several of the leading causes of death in the US, as well as a major contributor to lost work days and high healthcare costs. Smoking during pregnancy is dangerous to the health of the
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Here are definitions of medical terms related to smoking, alcohol, and pregnancy: Binge drinking: Typically defined as having 5 or more drinks within one day. Carbon monoxide: Poisonous gas found in cigarette smoke; can displace oxygen from hemoglobin and thus reduce the bloods ability to carry oxygen to the cells. Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS): Collection of defects including
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Alcohol is a colorless, volatile, flammable fluid made from certain plants (corn, barley, rye, grains) or fruits It is made by mixing these plants or fruits with yeast. The yeast feeds on the various sugars (starches) in these plants or fruits. The sugars are then converted into alcohol (and carbon dioxide). The process of alcohol
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This quiz can help you learn more about your use of alcohol and whether you may have an alcohol problem. It is called AUDIT (Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test) and was developed by the World Health Organization. Use the print button on your browser to print the test. Choose one answer for each question, then
Both alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence can cause many different types of problems that can disrupt a person’s life. They include health, emotional, social, work or school, and financial problems. Health problems The short-term effects of alcohol on the body include: upset stomach; diarrhea; lack of coordination and judgment; headaches; and insomnia. Misuse of alcohol can cause
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There are many signs of alcohol abuse and dependence. The combination of signs differs from person to person. Some people with alcohol dependence have trouble functioning in their every day life while others appear to be doing quite well. The one thing that all people who are dependent on alcohol have in common is loss
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