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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.

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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?

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

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“No thanks, I don’t do that.”

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“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

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Don’t vape! Instead, try healthier activities:

    • Playing Sports
    • Reading
    • Art

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

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recap:

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Nicotine

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

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e-cigarettes

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

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effects

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

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SAYing no

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

say NO!

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Your body will thank you.

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thank you!!!

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Contact info:

[Your contact info]

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