Anal Health

Anal sex involves stimulation of the anus and can be done manually, orally or by engaging in anal sex. Anal penetration can be pleasurable but can lead to discomfort if not performed properly. The sphincter, or the muscle on the outer rectum tends to tighten when stimulated, this means that any attempts at engaging in anal insertion of the penis, or finger can be very uncomfortable. Forced entry into the anus can lead to injury. The use of lubricants helps the muscle relax and dilate with manual stimulation.

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Health Effects

Information on diseases caused by tobacco use, such as cancer, heart disease, and respiratory diseases.
Cancer - Heart Disease and Stroke - Respiratory Health - Second hand Smoke

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Secondary Smoke

Definition of Second hand Smoke

• Second hand smoke, also known as environmental tobacco smoke, is a complex mixture of gases and particles that includes smoke from the burning cigarette, cigar, or pipe tip (sidestream smoke) and exhaled mainstream smoke.¹
• Secondhand smoke contains at least 250 chemicals known to be toxic, including more than 50 that can cause cancer.¹

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Quit Smoking

You CAN quit smoking. Quitting smoking has immediate as well as long-term benefits for you and your loved ones. The resources listed below discuss the benefits of quitting and provide helpful guidance.

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Smokeless Tobacco

The two main types of smokeless tobacco in the United States are chewing tobacco and snuff.1,2 Chewing tobacco comes in the form of loose leaf, plug, or twist.1,2 Snuff is finely ground tobacco that can be dry, moist, or in sachets (tea bag-like pouches).2 Although some forms of snuff can be used by sniffing or inhaling into the nose,2 most smokeless tobacco users place the product in their cheek or between their gum and cheek.3 Users then suck on the tobacco and spit out the tobacco juices, which is why smokeless tobacco is often referred to as spit or spitting tobacco.3 Smokeless tobacco is a significant health risk and is not a safe substitute for smoking cigarettes.4

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