Stefani Garcia, School of Medicine Student
Norma Perez, MD, DrPh
Jonathan Teran, School of Medicine Student
School of Medicine
Cigarette smoking and alcohol abuse are high among teenagers and young adults in Galveston County according to surveys and court data. In order to gain an understanding of what high school students already know about the negative health outcomes that result as a consequence of engaging in these behaviors, a survey will be created and administered at Ball High, La Marque and Texas City high schools. Data collected from the survey will be presented to school administrators, parents and the community. To conclude the project health fairs will be held at each school to focus on the negative effects of smoking and drinking and how teens can prevent the addictive behaviors.