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TOBACCO &

E-Cigarettes:

The Facts

IMPORTANT (BEFORE USE):

Go to File -> Make a Copy

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About me

Hi everyone, I'm [insert your name]

•I’m in [insert your grade level] grade

•My hobbies include [insert your favorite activities]

•My favorite animal is [insert an animal]

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What is nicotine?

It is a chemical found in tobacco plants, and

makes cigarettes and e-cigarettes VERY addictive.

Did you know?

Nicotine is also used in bug spray and pesticides.

    • It acts as a fast-acting nerve toxin in insects and animals!

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E-Cigarettes

E-Cigarettes, also known as ‘vapes’, are small, battery-powered devices that heat up a liquid with nicotine, which then releases vapor.

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E-Cigarettes

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What does nicotine do to your brain?

    • Your brain is still growing, even until you turn 25.
    • Nicotine hurts your brain, and changes how it grows!

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Note to Presenter -

1. Make sure you are connected to the internet

2. Double click on the slide to start video

Or copy and paste this YouTube link to your browser to play video: https://youtu.be/aasKIDz9ZX4?si=7H2mhIzlZUdF0X1K

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How can I say NO?

“I play sports. Vaping would mess up my breathing.”

“No thanks, I don’t do that.”

“I don’t want chemicals in my lungs. It sounds painful.”

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ACTIVITY: ROle-Play

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Note to Presenter - Give your participants printouts of “Tobacco_sayNo.pdf”. Can be found in toolkit.

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how did it go?

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make healthy choices

Don’t vape! Instead, try healthier activities:

    • Playing Sports
    • Reading
    • Art

Bonus Question: What other activities do you do for fun?

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recap:

Nicotine

A very addictive chemical found in e-cigarettes and cigarettes. Often comes with metals and toxins.

e-cigarettes

Also known as vapes, these small devices are used to inhale nicotine and flavoring into your lungs.

effects

Causes massive damage to the lungs, hurts brain development, and breaks your body down.

SAYing no

Even if a friend or family member offers it to you,

say NO!

Your body will thank you.

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thank you!!!

Contact info:

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