6 marksSexually Transmitted Infections and Chronic Diseases

CSEC Human and Social Biology · January 2016 · Paper 2 · Question 5(b)(i)

Cigarette smoking is linked to various cardiovascular diseases and health conditions.

Discuss how smoking contributes to the development of lung cancer and stroke.

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5(a)(i)Name TWO drugs used as medicines and ONE drug taken as an escape from reality.[3 marks]
5(a)(ii)Describe THREE social consequences resulting from the continued abuse or misuse of drugs.[3 marks]
5(b)(ii)Suggest THREE reasons explaining why cigarette smoking has become prevalent among teenagers.[3 marks]

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