Smoking Statistics

out of 2.4 million deaths a year in the U.S. 440,00 are smoking related. It is estimated that by 2020 10million people will die each year around the world from smoking. 87% of cases of lung cancer are due to smoking. 3,000 people die every year from lung cancer due to passive smoking. Non-smokers who are exposed to cigarette smoke in the home are at a 25% increased risk of developed heart disease or lung cancer.

P.A. Laws

Smoking is only aloud were: 1)drinking establishments where food is 20% or less of annual sales 2)A designated outdoor smoking area at a sports or a recreation center, theater establishments 3)Privater clubs 4)Up to 25% of the rooms in a hotel/ motel, and all rooms at full service truck stops 5)Up to 25% of a casino floor, and up to 50% if a casino can prove to the state Department of Revenue that the smoking ban is harming its business 6)Nursing homes, adult-care facilities, drug and alcohol treatment facilities and mental-health care facilities 7)Private residences and private vehicles, unless the residence or vehicle is being used for child care or adult care services 8)Cigar bars that are connected to a tobacco shop or where tobacco-related products total at least 15% of annual sales 9)Tobacco shops;manufacturers, importers and wholesalers of tobacco products; manufacturers of tobacco-related products 10)Tobacco promotion events, or fund-raisers for nonprofit and charitable organizations where cigars are featured.

I think that some of these rules are to lenient.

Dangers of smoking

Did you know that most people that die due to smoking are caused by cancer. Smoking causes cause breathing problems and lung disorders. it may also cause heart disease and strokes. In women one of the main problems with smoking is that it causes infertility, miscarriages, complicated pregnancies and early menopause. If a women smokes during peregnancey and then breastfeeding it can cause long term effects on the child.
The oral hygiene of a smoking is gross. They have bad breath, stained teeth, mouth sores, and receding gums.
Medical costs go up. This effects the national economy. Lower work-efficiency, droppings off earnings, higher medical expenses, early retirment changes the growth and economy.

Why People Smoke

Some people cant stop smoking because it is so addictive; that's the number one reason people smoke. Scientist say it is more addictive then cocaine, alcohol,and heroin. I believe it!!! i have seen people try to quit they say its not easy. People have said they cant quit because after smoking a cigarette they like the rush. They also don't want to quit because they don't like the withdrawal. it causes cravings and difficulty sleeping. 70% of the people that quit smoking will start up again.
Tobacco industries also influence people, especially teens to smoke. They do this with movies, TV, and billboards. They make smoking look harmless and fun. Some people think that by smoking they will stay thin. THIS IS NOT TRUE!!! Its not the cigarette that is keeping you thin, its really just because smoking reduces their sense in taste so they don't eat as much because it is not as enjoyable.
smoking causes a psychological dependency. People smoke because it helps them relax, cope, gain self confidence, and others when they feels board. For some people it creates the feeling of satisfaction. The last thing is that people who smoke tell them self its not that bad for them even when they know what it is doing to them.
Smoking is also a social activity. Teens smoke mostly because of peer pressure. Smoking also makes kids feel more mature and some smoke as a way to rebel against their parents.
It is a proven fact that most kids who have parents that smoke will end up smoking! So parents remember please don't smoke around us kids!!!!

What I Think About Second hand Smoking

I think that if someone is choosing not to smoke then that is their choose. They shouldn't have to be exposed to the toxins in public areas. I think smoking shouldn't be a choose, it should be illegal. I dont understand why people still smoke even after the education we are given on the effects on smoking.

Second Hand Smoke

Secondhand smoking is almost as dangerous as smoking. Second hand smoke increases the risk of heart disease and lung cancer. The only place you can be risk free from secondhand smoke is a smoke free environment. Just last year 3 thousand nonsmokers died of lung cancer, 46 thousand from heart disease, and 430 hundred newborns died from sudden infant death syndrome. In secondhand smoke there are 50 cancer-causing chemicals. This may cause various heath issues in a wide variety in age.