Tobacco use, in particular cigarette smoking, impacts those who do not participate in its consumption. The 1986 Surgeon General’s report titled The Health Consequences of Involuntary Smoking stated that secondhand smoke causes disease in non-smokers. Read More »

See what we’re doing: Smokefree Housing Workgroup

There is great disparity in tobacco use among diverse Alaskan populations. For instance, Alaska Natives in general, use tobacco products at a much higher rate than Alaska’s population as a whole. Read More »

See what we’re doing: Smokefree Housing Workgroup, Smokeless Tobacco Workgroup, Alaska Native Tobacco Advisory Group

None of these goals can be successfully implemented unless community and state partners have the tools, skills and awareness needed to realize change. This goal addresses building capacity to implement and increase community readiness to accept tobacco prevention and control programs. Read More »

See what we’re doing: Smokefree Housing Workgroup

It is in the tobacco industry’s best interest to foster and encourage the next generation of tobacco users. The tobacco prevention and control movement must be vigilant and work to support people, notably youth, in their choice to never start to smoke. Read More »

See what we’re doing: Youth Workgroup

It is well documented that it takes the typical smoker up to 10 attempts before they are successful in quitting for good. Programs that assist both young and adult smokers to quit can produce significant health and economic benefits. Read More »

See what we’re doing: Smokeless Tobacco Workgroup

Fundamental to the success of tobacco prevention and control activities in Alaska is a well-funded, well-operated, statewide comprehensive tobacco prevention and control program. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that state tobacco-control programs be comprehensive, sustainable, and accountable. Read More »

See what we’re doing: Communications Workgroup