Should Smoking be banned in all public places?

Jenny-lee McGinty Wednesday Night English Class Smoking be banned in all public places? Smoking came to Britain Should in the 1600's but only started to become fashionable in the nineteen sixties and seventies. The main attraction to smoking came from the idolisation of pop-stars and supermodels that smoked, but did not know the risks. Today we do know the risks, so why do so many still smoke? One reason is that many people who smoke started when they were young teenagers, when they did not understand the risks associated. Instead, their only aim was to have the right 'look'. Others may have been driven through the desire to appear older. Teenagers may also have started to smoke due to the influence of peer pressure. Statistically, not many people begin smoking at a later age. Usually the reason behind starting to smoke as an adult is due to work related pressure or simply stress. Statistically, there is a greater percentage of women smoke than men this is due to using smoking as a slimming aid. Hundreds of people die from smoke related diseases each year. Deaths caused by smoking are six times higher than the 20,170 deaths arising from: road accidents (3,444); poisoning and overdose (2,663); other accidental deaths (8,986); murder and manslaughter (503); suicide (4,379); and HIV infection (195) in the UK during

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Marijuana remains the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States where it is readily available.

JOSHUA GENDRON MARIJUANA Marijuana remains the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States where it is readily available. Marijuana from Mexican sources, whether grown in Mexico or shipped from other nations, accounted for more than 50 percent of the foreign marijuana available in the United States during 1995. Marijuana is made from the Cannabis sativa L. plant, whose flowering tops and leaves are collected, trimmed, dried and then smoked in a pipe or as a cigarette. The flowering tops are prized because of their higher THC content. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the plant's principal psychoactive chemical; it is what gets you high or feeling really good. Some users hollow out commercial cigars and replace the tobacco with marijuana. Such cigars are known as "blunts," and may contain as much marijuana as six typical marijuana joints. Blunt smoking is widespread throughout the United States. In 1995, cigars filled with a combination of marijuana and PCP were reported in several cities. On the West Coast, marijuana is smoked in combination with methamphetamine. In each case, the primary health risk to the user is from the drugs that marijuana is sometimes used with, rather than marijuana itself. With alcohol and other drugs, for comparison, it is alcohol, which usually poses the greatest health risk to the user. The more potent varieties of marijuana have been

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choosing health

Choosing Health The government have promoted healthy eating over the last couple of years. Tackling obesity is difficult so the government are trying to help make that process easier. The government's White Paper Choosing Health: Making Healthier Choices Easier was published in November 2004. It set out how the government will make it easier for people to make the right choice by going healthy to be able to adopt healthier lifestyles. There are 6 main priorities highlighted in Choosing Health: Tackling health inequalities 2 Reducing the numbers of people who smoke 3 Tackling obesity 4 Improving sexual health 5 Improving mental health and well-being 6 Reducing harm and encouraging sensible drinking Also the government wants to take action on: Helping children and young people to lead healthy live 2 Promoting healthy and active life amongst older people The government hope that these improvements to the nations' health are improved by 2010 and increase life expectancy at birth in England to 78.6 years for men and to 82.5 years for women. Smoking is the single greatest cause of illness and premature death in England today. Every year it kills an estimated 86,500 people in England (one fifth of all death). Reducing the numbers of people who smoke as this leads to heart disease, strokes, cancer etc because the majority of people felt this was an aspect of their

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Cloning - society views

Cloning Cloning is a big issue in society today. Many people believe that cloning is unethical and wrong. I do not believe that cloning is wrong. Though it could be used for bad things, such as cloning a very evil man or woman so that he or she could live on forever, yet cloning could also be used to help people. The atomic bomb was made and it killed 140,000 people. Yet it also ended a war that would kill many more. Cloning may seem like a bad idea but maybe in the end it will help us immensely. Nearly every month, there's news of how cloning technology could be used to change our lives, from agriculture to medicine. One of the many good things that could be done with cloning in the future is cloned cells could be modified before being implanted. For example, cells from an HIV patient could be altered to resist the virus. It may even someday be possible to reverse the aging process because of what we have learned from cloning. Scientists believe that they may be able to treat heart attack victims by cloning their healthy heart cells and injecting them into the areas of the heart that have been damaged. We may learn to grow nerves or the spinal cord back again when people have been injured. Quadriplegics might be able to get out of their wheelchairs and walk again. Christopher Reeves, the man who played Superman, might be able to walk again. Because of human cloning and

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Within this essay the author will explore the concepts / issues in the specific case study and recognise the legal, ethical and professional dimensions of the Operating Department Practitioner (ODP).

Shane Wood D4013839 Student ODP Diploma in HE in Operating Department Practice Developing Understanding of the Legal, Ethical And Professional Concepts in Health Care CCH 1002 - N - T2 - 3 - 2004 Case study for Operating Department Practitioners (Word count 3847) Within this essay the author will explore the concepts / issues in the specific case study and recognise the legal, ethical and professional dimensions of the Operating Department Practitioner (ODP). The concepts that the author will look at are confidentiality, informed consent, autonomy, restraint, advocacy and accountability in regard to the mental health act (1983), the children act (1991) and the Association of Operating Department Practitioners code of conduct (2003). The author will also look at these concepts in the conclusion from a professional and student practitioners view point in response to maintaining professional practice The case study referred to in this essay is about a thirteen-year-old boy named Alan who has learning disabilities and has come to theatre for a Zadex procedure. This procedure is performed for the removal of the toe nail bed, to stop recurrent ingrown toenails. According to the AODP code of conduct, (2003) (clause 4) the ODP should "maintain currency of knowledge and practice in line with AODP policy for continuing professional development". As all health

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Describe the functions of the main cell components

Describe the functions of the main cell components What is a cell? A cell is a basic unit of life. The whole body is made up of different types of cells. There are trillions of cells in the human body. Cells are often called the building blocks of life. All cells will be a different shape, size and will do a different job than others. Everyone has cells that are common but also very different; many people's cells will work in different ways and at different times. Cell membrane The cell membrane is the interior wall that separates the cells from the outside. The cell is surrounded by a cell membrane made of proteins and liquid. The cell membrane controls entry and exit of dissolved substances. ` Cell nucleus The nucleus is surrounded by a structure called the nuclear envelope. This membrane separates the contents of the nucleus from the cytoplasm. The cell nucleus is the control centre of a cell. This contains DNA. "The function of the nucleus is to maintain the integrity of these genes and to control the activities of the cell by regulating gene expression - the nucleus is therefore the control center of the cell." (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cell_nucleus). Cytoplasm The cytoplasm is a cell that is enclosed within the cell membrane. The cytoplasm can be known as a jelly like substance called "the cell-matrix". The cytoplasm contains many different substances

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pathology lab

BTEC National Diploma Applied Science Unit 2: Laboratory Organisation Scenario: You are a scientist who has been employed within the science sector for a number of years. The science wing of the organisation is undergoing refurbishment and you have been allocated two new laboratory suites. As the team leader of the science team you have been asked to meet with the architects to discuss your requirements for the two new laboratory suites. Task 1 Research and select two different types of laboratory suites and complete the following: a) Research and identify the key features that you must consider when designing your two selected laboratory suites e.g. he locations of the two suites, equipment required, storage cupboards etc. The two different types of laboratory's I have chosen to look at are: Microbiology lab and a biochemistry lab. Background research on Microbiology Microbiology receives swabs, feces, urine, blood, sputum, medical equipment, as well as possible infected tissue. They culture this to check for any pathogenic microbes.Sample processing usually starts with a set of samples and a request form. Typically a set of vacutainer tubes containing blood, or any other specimen arrive to the laboratory in a small plastic bag, along with the form. The form and the specimens are given a laboratory number. The specimen usually receive the same number, often

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P2: Describe the structure of the tissues of the body and their role in the functioning of two named body systems.

P2: Describe the structure of the tissues of the body and their role in the functioning of two named body systems. Epithelial tissue: Simple Epithelial tissue is one of the four major tissue types in the body, acting as an interface between the body and the rest of the world. Skin is composed of epithelial tissue which lines the body cavities and major organs. There are several different types of epithelial tissue, which form to fulfil specific needs and functions. This tissue, known collectively as the epithelium, can filter, absorb, and diffuse various substances, and it is also involved in sensory perception and bodily secretions. According to Marieb (2000) 'covering and lining epithelium covers all three body surfaces and contains versatile cells. One type forms the outer layer of skin while others dip into the body to line it cavities.' Cuboidal Cuboidal epithelium is cube-shaped with spherical nuclei in the centre that line ducts and tubes and allows materials to pass through. They are found in secretive or absorptive tissue like the exocrine gland, the lining of the kidney tubules and in the ducts of the glands. They also constitute the germinal epithelium, which produces the egg cells in the female ovary and the sperm cells in the male testes Columnar Columnar epithelium forms the lining of the stomach and intestines. Their nuclei are elongated and are

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Describe and critically assess one invasive and one non-invasive method of investigating the brain.

Psychology Exam Questions . Describe and critically assess one invasive method of investigating the brain. (12) There are many different invasive ways of investigating thee brain including chemical stimulation, ablation and lesioning. All invasive methods artificially stimulate, and actually affect the brain. For my example I am going to look at electrical stimulation. The first person to study electrical stimulation on the brain was by Olds and Milner in 1954. They applied a weak current to the pleasure centre of the brain to a number of rats using small electrodes. The rats themselves could trigger the electrical stimulation themselves by pressing a lever. They found that apart from eating and sleeping the rats would press the lever for hours of end. This was very important research at the time and showed how electrical impulses affect the brain, but it has a number of weaknesses. It is difficult to generalise these findings to humans. As we have conscious thought, and our brains are much more complex. Therefore what affects a rat's brain may have no effect, or even increased affect on a human brain. The first person to study how electrical currents effected the brains of humans was Penfield in 1958. He operated on people whom had severe brain tumours or epilepsy. He decided to carry out an experiment on a group of his patients (with their consent) into how electrical

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Reasons That Lead Teenagers To Alcohol Abuse And Their Causes

Maritza Tse English 101/1276 July 3rd, 2001. Essay #5 Reasons That Lead Teenagers To Alcohol Abuse And Their Causes Alcohol abuse is one the biggest drug problems and issues facing America's youth today. Teen alcoholism is a one of the main issues concerning almost all communities, families and schools in America today. There are three main reasons that can lead a teenager to drink alcohol without taking into consideration its causes. Stress, peer pressure and media are these reasons. . The first reason teens drink is because of stress. Nowadays, teens are under tremendous stress such as school and family. For example, School stress can be caused by trying to fit in and consequently being accepted by their peers. Another reason for their stress can be attributed to bad grades. Family stress can come from families being divorced. The constant fighting or arguing in the home could make it uncomfortable for teens and in order to handle these situations, these teens turn to alcohol. Alcohol helps them escape from these problems. In addition, alcohol makes teens feel good and happy, which gives them a break from their problems. They feel that the only way for them to escape is the bottle. Therefore, they drink because it helps them escape from reality or cope with stress that can be very cruel for some teens. The second reason teens drink is due to peer pressure. Peer

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