Alcohol and Smoking

People drink alcohol for a variety of reasons-social pressure, as a means of reducing stress and emotional upset, addiction-and these reasons don’t go away when a woman becomes pregnant. So even though the knowledge about the dangers of drinking during pregnancy has increased in recent years, the use of alcohol among pregnant women is still

Here are some frequently asked questions related to smoking, alcohol, and pregnancy: Q: Are smoking and drinking really dangerous to the unborn baby? A: Yes. Smoking and drinking alcohol are both associated with serious complications during pregnancy and birth, as well as potentially severe birth defects. In order to protect the health of her baby, a

Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to smoking, alcohol, and pregnancy: Smoking is a factor in several of the leading causes of death in the US, as well as a major contributor to lost work days and high healthcare costs. Smoking during pregnancy is dangerous to the health of the

Here are definitions of medical terms related to smoking, alcohol, and pregnancy: Binge drinking: Typically defined as having 5 or more drinks within one day. Carbon monoxide: Poisonous gas found in cigarette smoke; can displace oxygen from hemoglobin and thus reduce the bloods ability to carry oxygen to the cells. Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS): Collection of defects including

Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on smoking, alcohol, and pregnancy: American Lung Association  Phone: 212-315-8700 http://www.lungusa.org The American Lung Association offers a variety of smoking control and prevention programs, along with information about the risks associated with cigarette smoking. American Cancer Society  Phone: 1-800-ACS-2345 http://www.cancer.org The American Cancer Society offers