What are you really smoking?
A recent study published by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) and confirmed by researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health reports that the tobacco industry has been steadily increasing the amount of nicotine in cigarettes. The increases in smoke nicotine yield per cigarette averaged 1.6 percent each year, or about 11 percent over a seven-year period (1998-2005). Nicotine is the primary addictive agent in cigarettes.
The study also found:
- Tobacco manufacturers have modified several design features of cigarettes - an increased amount of nicotine and new filter systems which increase the number of puffs per cigarette. The end result is a product that is potentially more addictive.
- The increased nicotine levels include each of the four major manufacturers of cigarettes and all the different types of cigarettes (e.g. mentholated, non-mentholated, full-flavor, light, ultralight).
College, Smoking and UNH Resources
At UNH, 71% of students don't smoke and according to the American Cancer Society, 7 out of 10 college students who do smoke would like to quit.
Whether you are dedicated to kicking the butt habit or are just thinking about it, Health Services is a resource for you. We provides education, support and counseling, hypnosis, medical acupuncture, The Patch, Zyban, Nicotine Gum and free quit kits. Even better, services are either covered by the mandatory health fee or are available at a reduced cost!
UNH Kicks Butts Days in March!
Health Services and American Cancer Society Interns will be at an information table near the MUB Food Court on March 27 and 29 between 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Stop by to gather information about resources available at UNH and pick up free quit kits and educational materials. All to help you kick your butt habit!
If you can't visit an information table, stop by Health Services, Room 249 or give us a call at (603) 862-3823. Let's Kick the Butt Habit Together!
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