Unit 4 Tobacco, Alcohol, and Other Drugs Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 286 Exposure to thirdhand smoke and aerosol can lead to serious diseases such as asthma and cancer. These chemicals can even become more dangerous over time. It is very difficult to remove thirdhand smoke and aerosol from spaces. Simple actions such as vacuuming and wiping down surfaces do not eliminate the residue. Particles remain behind, even after the smell fades (Figure 9.11). This means that people often are not aware of their exposure to thirdhand smoke and aerosol. To maintain good health, avoid exposure to secondhand and thirdhand smoke and aerosol whenever possible. Choose restaurants and other public places that do not allow smoking or vaping. If someone is smoking or vaping near you, leave the area or ask the person to stop. If family members or friends smoke or vape, consider explaining the health risks to them and ask them to stop. You might just convince them to quit. Lesson 9.1 Review 1. What is created when the e-liquid or tobacco is heated in a vaping device? 2. List three major health conditions that a person is at risk of developing through tobacco use. 3. People who smoke have higher rates of cancer due to the _____ in tobacco smoke. 4. Which chemical in vaping aerosol can cause popcorn lung? A. Nicotine. B. Diacetyl. C. Carcinogens. D. Nickel. 5. Critical thinking. Consider the health effects on your body from secondhand smoke and aerosol. How often are you exposed to secondhand smoke and aerosol? How can you set boundaries about smoking or vaping with your family and friends? In small groups, create an anti-vaping or anti-tobacco message to encourage students at your school to say “no" to tobacco use. Possible formats include a message for the morning announcements, a poster or flyer, an article for your school newspaper, a brochure, or a social media post. Include the following in your message: harmful chemicals found in the product health issues associated with vaping or tobacco use social, mental and legal consequences and other relevant information and images to enhance your message. Hands-On Activity Elvetica/Shutterstock.com Figure 9.11 Thirdhand smoke and aerosol remains on surfaces even after smoking or vaping, and can become harmful as it is re-emitted into the air or combines with other chemicals to form harmful carcinogens. The Three R’s of Thirdhand Smoke and Aerosol Thirdhand smoke and aerosol Remains on surfaces and in dust after smoking or vaping, and… is Re-emitted into the air as a gas OR Reacts with other chemicals in the air to form new, harmful chemicals.