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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Health_Education_(Rienk_and_Lundin)/01%3A_Introduction_to_Health/1.12%3A_Risk_Factors_and_Levels_of_Disease_PreventionThis page discusses risk factors for disease development, categorizing them into uncontrollable (like family history) and controllable (like diet and exercise). It highlights that about 35% of early d...This page discusses risk factors for disease development, categorizing them into uncontrollable (like family history) and controllable (like diet and exercise). It highlights that about 35% of early deaths in the U.S. could be prevented through behavioral changes, such as quitting smoking. Individuals with a family history of chronic diseases can particularly benefit from lifestyle modifications and regular screenings to enhance long-term health outcomes.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Contemporary_Health_Issues_(Baker)/06%3A_Substance_Abuse_and_Addictions/6.03%3A_TobaccoThe chemicals in tobacco smoke inflame the delicate lining of the lungs and can cause permanent damage that reduces the ability of the lungs to exchange air efficiently and leads to chronic obstructiv...The chemicals in tobacco smoke inflame the delicate lining of the lungs and can cause permanent damage that reduces the ability of the lungs to exchange air efficiently and leads to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Health_Education_(Rienk_and_Lundin)/08%3A_Substance_Use_and_Abuse/8.05%3A_TobaccoThis page emphasizes the severe health risks of tobacco smoke, declaring no safe level of exposure. It highlights immediate bodily damage, increased long-term disease risks, particularly cancers and c...This page emphasizes the severe health risks of tobacco smoke, declaring no safe level of exposure. It highlights immediate bodily damage, increased long-term disease risks, particularly cancers and cardiovascular problems, and nicotine's strong addiction potential. Cigarette designs enhance this addiction, making quitting challenging. However, quitting at any age can drastically reduce health risks, though many require several attempts.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Bakersfield_College/Strategies_for_Success_in_a_Nursing_Program/13%3A_Engaging_in_a_Healthy_Lifestyle/13.08%3A_Your_SafetyYou do not need to be an alcoholic for alcohol to interfere with your health and life, and the potential to become addicted to alcohol is a serious problem that can affect anyone. The transition to co...You do not need to be an alcoholic for alcohol to interfere with your health and life, and the potential to become addicted to alcohol is a serious problem that can affect anyone. The transition to college is often difficult, and while partying may feel like it is helping to ease the transition, the health risks are real: about one-third of first-year students fail to enroll for their second year.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Health_Education_(Rienk_and_Lundin)/08%3A_Substance_Use_and_AbuseThis page addresses the complexities of drug addiction, challenging misconceptions about moral failure or willpower. It emphasizes addiction as a brain disease that hinders recovery, regardless of des...This page addresses the complexities of drug addiction, challenging misconceptions about moral failure or willpower. It emphasizes addiction as a brain disease that hinders recovery, regardless of desire to quit. Advances in research have improved understanding and treatment options, highlighting the importance of recognizing different drugs and their impacts on addiction and recovery.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Health_Education_(Rienk_and_Lundin)/08%3A_Substance_Use_and_Abuse/8.06%3A_Myths_about_Smoking_and_CigarettesThis page discusses the challenges of smoking and nicotine addiction, emphasizing that cessation is difficult but beneficial at any age. It notes that cigarette filters do not make smoking safer and a...This page discusses the challenges of smoking and nicotine addiction, emphasizing that cessation is difficult but beneficial at any age. It notes that cigarette filters do not make smoking safer and actually increase addiction. Occasional smoking still poses serious health risks, especially to vulnerable populations like children. The harmful effects of secondhand smoke are highlighted, and quitting smoking entirely is presented as the best way to safeguard health and protect others.
