National Drug Education Program - NDEP Benguet Division

Barkada Kontra Droga Launching and Induction Program at Lepanto National High School on October 20, 2023.

Congratulations Lepanto NHS headed by SPIV Luis D. Igualdo , BKD led by Adviser Sarah Joy Mayangao and to all the people behind the success of this activity.

NO to VA**NG

What is thirdhand smoke?

Thirdhand smoke refers to the secondhand smoke gases and particles that stick to and become embedded in materials and objects, like carpets, walls, furniture, blankets, and toys.

All types of to***co smoke are dangerous to health.

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Source: thirdhandsmoke.org

FOUR GREAT REASONS TO QUIT SMOKING NOW

Smoking harms yourself & your loved ones. This yuletide season, the best gift you could give to yourself is to . Here are 4 great reasons:

1️⃣ The benefits begin immediately. Soon after quitting, people have lower heart rates, lower levels of toxic carbon monoxide and better lung function.

2️⃣ Secondhand smoke is a significant health hazard. Spouses and children of smokers suffer many of the same health problems that smokers themselves face. Even pets of smokers have higher rates of cancer.

3️⃣ You'll save a significant amount of money. The cost of ci******es continues to rise, so quitting can result in substantial money saved.

4️⃣ You won’t have to leave your friends or stand in the rain to smoke.

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Source: Dr. Amy Buchanan, Family Medicine Physician at Loyola Medicine
Read more: https://bit.ly/3W4iJLJ

March is Women’s Month! 👩

Women who smoke are more likely to have certain health issues and get certain diseases compared to those who don’t smoke. Some harmful health effects of smoking are the following:

👉 Reproductive Issues
👉 Respiratory Issues
👉 Cardiovascular (Heart) Issues
👉 Cancer
👉 Pregnancy risks

Women who quit smoking are making a healthy choice for themselves and their loved ones.

Read more about Smoking’s Impact on Women’s Health ➡ https://bit.ly/3tcS7uU

2022 National Women’s Month Celebration ➡ https://bit.ly/36O5yK9