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The Health Impacts of Heroin and Cocaine on the Body

This homework activity focuses on the extensive health risks associated with heroin and cocaine use, which extend beyond addiction. Students are tasked with identifying the specific problems caused by these substances in various areas of the body, such as the brain, respiratory system, skin, stomach, and heart. Resources like the National Institute on Drug Abuse and the Merck Manual can be consulted for accurate information. Understanding these health risks is crucial for recognizing the dangers of drug use.

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The Health Impacts of Heroin and Cocaine on the Body

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  1. Name:_____________________________ NOT JUST ADDICTION- Homework The problems with using heroin and/or cocaine go beyond life-crippling addiction. There are also numerous health risks. For this activity, write down the problems that cocaine and heroin can cause in each area of the body. You may find this information by consulting the Cocaine and Crack and Heroin and Cheese fact sheets or by exploring reputable Internet sites, such as: > National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) InfoFacts. <http://www.drugabuse.gov/Infofacts > > The Merck Manual Online Medical Library, Home Edition. <http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec07/ch 1 08/chl0 8h.html> BRAIN NOSE / RESPIRATORY SYSTEM SKIN ACTIVITY 6A Cocaine: Heroin: Cocaine: Heroin: Cocaine: Heroin:

  2. Name: _________________________ NOT JUST ADDICTION- Continues STOMACH HEART / CIRCULATORY SYSTEM ACTIVITY 6B

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