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Consequences of Smoking

Tobacco has always been very harmful to the human body. Here are some consequences that might affect one physically or mentally. 

1. THE LUNGS.

Smoking puts the human body at a significantly higher risk of developing lung cancer. Lung cancer is the most common death of smoking due to smoking, according to the CDC. It’s also the most common cause of cancer death in both men and women. 

2. THE HEART. 

Smoking is one of the well-proven lifestyle habits that contribute to heart disease. Both people who smoke and those who are regularly exposed to secondhand smoke are at higher risks of getting heart attacks. 

3. THE MENTAL STATE.

When someone misses a smoke-break, the mind is more likely to be anxious and irritable. Nicotine withdrawal is responsible for these symptoms. 

4. PHYSICAL STATE. 

Smoking causes one’s body will to detoriate in certain aspects. One of it is having smelly hair, as tobacco smoke can stick to your clothes and hair. In fact, just being around secondhand smoke can cause a smell to stay as well. 

Another one would be having unhealthy teeth. Yellow or Brownish stains on the teeth are telltale signs of long-term smoking. Smoking increases the chances of infections or inflammations that can lead to tooth and bone loss. 

5. ENVIRONMENTAL.

Smoking pollutes the air, litters our streets, water and results in accidental ingestion by small animals children. Second-hand smoke contains carcinogens, toxic metals and poisonous gases. While all of these substances obviously have adverse effects on the atmosphere and degrades air quality. 

By: Zoey 

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THE INCONVENIENCE OF SMOKERS

Cigarettes along the pavement at the entrance of the campus has strong smell which is not very pleasant for students

Cigarettes are usually left on the ground at the smoking area which causes inconvenience for non-smokers and the cleaners.

Second hand smokes is bad for health and affects non-smokers.

Some RP smokers would smoke at non-smoking areas such as handicap toilets and staircases.

Dragging non-smoking friends along with them to smoking corners.

Delay in lesson as they would come in class late from smoking after the lunch break.

By: Selina

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Smoking Laws

Smoking Fine: $500 Smoking is prohibited in a school area No smoking within m(meters) of the school No smoking beyond this point Smoking cause diseases Littering $150 Keep our school clean and green.

Lottering Fine: $135 No Lottering on the school property. Violators will be prosecuted!

Tattoos School banning students with tattoos

By: Isaac

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RP’s Smoking Culture and How to Quit

Smoking Culture

One of the few main reasons people from RP smokes is because of peer pressure, stress and because they started smoking. This student usually go to the smoking corner to smoke during their breaks to get away from their class work. They also use the opportunity to socialize and catch up with friends from other classes. 

This is where one of the main smoking corner near the entrance of School:

This is the other one and its nearer the park:

If it’s bad weather the location will change to under the shelter to avoid rain, they would line he shelter along this area. Sometimes they will just line the stairs on the other side.

 How to Quit Smoking

So you’re ready to kick the habit. That’s great! Making that commitment is half the battle. It’s not going to be easy. But choosing the best way to quit is a good first step to ensure you stick with it.

Have a Plan

As you probably know, there are many different ways to quit smoking. Some work better than others. The best plan is the one you can stick with. Consider which of these might work for you:

1. Cold turkey (no outside help). About 90% of people who try to quit smoking do it without outside support – no aids, therapy, or medicine. Although most people try to quit this way, it’s not the most successful method. Only about 5% to 7% are able to quit on their own.

2. Behavioral therapy. This involves working with a counselor to find ways not to smoke. Together, you’ll find your triggers (such as emotions or situations that make you want to smoke) and make a plan to get through the cravings.

3. Nicotine replacement therapy. There are several types, including nicotine gum, patches, inhalers, sprays, and lozenges. They work by giving you nicotine without the use of tobacco. You may be more likely to quit with nicotine replacement therapy, but it works best when you use it with behavioral therapy and lots of support from friends and family. And remember that the goal is to end your addiction to nicotine, not simply to quit using tobacco.

4. Medication. Bupropion and varenicline (Chantix) are prescription medicines that can help with your cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

5. Combo treatments. You might be more likely to quit for good if you use a mix of different methods. For example, using both a nicotine patch and gum may be better than a patch alone. Other helpful combinations include behavioral therapy and nicotine replacement therapy; prescription medication with a nicotine replacement therapy patch; and a nicotine replacement therapy patch and nicotine spray. The FDA hasn’t approved using two types of nicotine replacement therapies at the same time, so be sure to talk with your doctor first to see if this is the right approach for you.

 No matter which method you choose, an important part of quitting is to build a plan that works for you. Pick a quit date that gives you time to prepare without losing your motivation. Tell friends and family that you are quitting. Get rid of all cigarettes and ashtrays from your home, work, and car. Figure out your smoking triggers, and decide how you’re going to deal with them.

How to Stay on Track

There will be days when all you want to do is give in to your cravings. Don’t do it. Quitting will be the best thing you ever do for yourself, but you have to stick with your plan.

Follow these steps to stay on track to a smoke-free life:

1. Know your triggers and avoid them early on. Write down the things that make you want to reach for a cigarette and how you can manage each situation. And avoid people, places, or routines that normally make you want to smoke, especially during the first 3 months. This is when you’re most likely to start smoking again.

2. Know that the first few days are the toughest. You’ll probably feel irritable, depressed, slow, and tired, especially if you’re quitting cold turkey. Have a quit-smoking support group available. It can be a good friend or a quit line you can call. Once you get past those first days, you’ll begin to feel more normal (though you’ll still have cigarette cravings).

3. Don’t give in to your cravings. Every time you don’t smoke when you have a craving, your chances of quitting go up. Change your habits – replace the urge to have a cigarette in your mouth or hands with something else, like chewing gum or playing a game on your phone.

4. Try a new hobby with friends who don’t smoke. Do something that keeps your hands active and reduces stress, like walking your dog. It will make success more likely.

5. Reward yourself. What you are doing isn’t easy. When you hit milestones, treat yourself with something you want or enjoy.

By: Kenji

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Tips to Deal with Republic Polytechnic’s really slow and inefficient WIFI

Some of you might question, “Why does Wireless@SG have a stronger WiFi speed than RP’s WiFi?”. Or, “Why does my school WiFi suck even though my school has smaller area compared to other polys?”. These are really good question and I have not answer for that. 

The issue most people face with the school’s WiFi is the speed, and its untrustable WiFi that breaks down as frequently as the MRT. Here are some Tips.

1. COME TO SCHOOL EARLIER!

Timing is everything, early morning meant super quick connection speed just like home. As the day wore on, the connection gets slower and slower and then in the evening time it was quick again. It the fact that most student come school around 8am. Beating them to the chase by being early and use the WiFi. More people on the WiFi, means slower. 

2. BE PREPARED

Whenever the WiFi is down, be prepared and have standby methods of doing the work. Download apps like Google Slides and Google Docs. Doing this will complete the work faster and get to go home earlier. 

3. USE DATA

Get friends with unlimited data to use their data and share the connection among yourselves.

In Conclusion, RP students have to deal with RP shitty WiFi everyday. Here are the tips to deal with it 

By: Kenji

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The Start of a New Blog

Greetings reader, Welcome to a new experience. This is going to be a blog started by a four Year 3 students. The blog will contain articles and blog post regarding Republic Polytechnic matters.

By: Kenji