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Tobacco Prevention Series

Up in Smoke (#106)

Young people know they shouldn’t smoke. But do they really know why? This program presents the ugly side of nicotine addiction. Powerful testimonials from laryngectomies (neck breathers) paint a terrifying portrait of what can happen to smokers.

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Program Description: This new series is designed to provide teen viewers with up-to-date, research-based information on the dangers of tobacco use. The programs reinforce a strong “no use” message and include the latest science on nicotine addiction, second-hand smoke, short and long-term health consequences, spit tobacco, media and advertising awareness, and cessation methods targeted to teen smokers.

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  • Secondhand Smoke: A Matter of Life and Breath (#103)

    Today, secondhand smoke is the third leading cause of preventable death in the United States, causing 53,000 deaths each year. Viewers learn about two different kinds of secondhand smoke: mainstream smoke, which has been inhaled and filtered by the smoker's lungs, and sidestream smoke, which rises directly from a burning cigarette. Sidestream smoke is 20 times more toxic than mainstream smoke. Students learn that secondhand smoke can cause serious diseases such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, heart disease, pneumonia and cancer. Closed Captioning

Past Episodes

These episodes of Tobacco Prevention Series aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.

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