Tobacco

Smoking is one of the world’s leading causes of death. It contributes to several cancers, lung diseases, and cardiovascular problems. Here are some links to Massachusetts and national websites that focus on tobacco control.
 

Resources

The Massachusetts Tobacco Control Program, of the Department of Public Health provides leadership and funding support to communities addressing a variety of tobacco control topics.

Tobacco Free Mass advocates for policy that advances tobacco prevention and cessation to reduce tobacco use, the leading cause of preventable death.

The Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids is an industry watchdog. Click and see how they reveal the truth about the deadly effects of smoking, and tobacco's corporate public relations campaigns.

The 84 is a movement – led by teens from all over Massachusetts – to take back control of the health and minds of youth from any influence of Big Tobacco.

Information guide on second hand smoke from Addiction 411