EXPOSURE to nicotine can
increase the blood pressure of
children as young as four years old,
according to a new study
conducted by the University of
Heidelberg in Germany.
The study looked at the blood
pressure of 4,236 kindergarten
children and found that those with
a parent who smoked were 21%
more likely to have systolic blood
pressure in the top 15%.
“Childhood blood pressure
consistently tracks into adult life,”
said study author, Dr Giacomo
Simonetti.
“Removing any avoidable risk
factors as soon as possible will
help reduce the risk for heart disease
later on and improve the long-term
health of children,” he added.The above article was sent to subscribers in Pharmacy Daily's issue from 14 Jan 11 To see the full newsletter, see the embedded issue below or CLICK HERE to download Pharmacy Daily from 14 Jan 11
IN WESTERN Australia, Michael’s Chemist Group has started stocking therapeutic Nicotine Vaping Products (NVPs), pursuant to the Federal Government’s new vaping laws (PD 25 Mar).
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