Effects of Secondhand Smoke Exposure on Children’s Health

Faculty

Needs Statement

Kentucky leads the nation in diseases related to tobacco.  Secondhand smoke exposure is a major problem in our state with the high prevalence of adult smokers.  This presentation will address the issues that concern Kentucky’s children who are being exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke.  An understanding in the problems related to secondhand smoke exposure will help a healthcare provider better treat children and their families.

Target Audience

All healthcare providers and anyone interested in secondhand smoke exposure research.

Objectives

1. Discuss lung development & the effects of Secondhand Smoke (SHS) exposure
2. Review the life cycle of smoking
3. Discuss the scope of the problem of SHS on children in Kentucky
4. Review the effects of SHS on children & the long term complications

Accreditation

CME
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine presents this activity for educational purposes only. Participants are expected to utilize their own expertise and judgment while engaged in the practice of medicine. The content of the presentations is provided solely by presenters who have been selected for presentations because of recognized expertise in their field.

Faculty Disclosure

Dr. Hayes has no financial disclosures.