ABSTRACT ON SMOKING There are over 4,000 chemicals in cigarette smoke, some of which are included on the list below. Children are especially susceptible to these poisons. For them, exposure to secondhand smoke can cause middle ear effusion, decreased lung function, lower respiratory tract infections and increase the intensity of asthma conditions. Over 400,000 people die from tobacco-caused diseases every year. The list includes: Acetone Hydrogen Cyanide Nail Polish Remover Gas Chamber Poison Acetic Acid Methane Vinegar …
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…all, Philip Morris spends billions on advertising each year to promote their image. By not welcoming Philip Morris on our campus and raising awareness among students, we can send a powerful message to them that their behavior is unacceptable and it does not go unnoticed. Sources: www. TryToStop.org www.stanford.edu/pmorris www.tobaccocontrol.lneu.edu/castpage www.healthnet.org.uk/news/smokes/smoheth Bay State Community Services/Tobacco Treatment/Quincy/MA ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**