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Nicotine, Tobacco, and Their Dangers

Question 3 • [HSHEAC] Health Sem 1 (26-27)

Which statements are myths about nicotine and tobacco use? Check all that apply.Smokeless products don’t cause cancer. Vaping and smoking e-cigarettes are not harmful to the body.Tobacco products can cause type 2 diabetes.Filters can make cigarettes safer to use.Occasional use of nicotine and tobacco products does not have health risks.Smoking accounts for more than 80% of lung cancer cases in the US.

Answer
A
Smokeless products don’t cause cancer.
B
Vaping and smoking e-cigarettes are not harmful to the body.
C
Tobacco products can cause type 2 diabetes.
D
Filters can make cigarettes safer to use.
E
Occasional use of nicotine and tobacco products does not have health risks.
F
Smoking accounts for more than 80% of lung cancer cases in the US.

Explanation

A, B, D, and E are myths because smokeless tobacco can cause cancer, and vaping or using e-cigarettes can harm the body. Cigarette filters do not make smoking safe, and even occasional nicotine or tobacco use carries health risks. By contrast, tobacco use can contribute to type 2 diabetes, and smoking accounts for more than 80% of lung cancer cases in the US.

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