four kids looking downTobacco Prevention and Control

Tobacco Prevention & Control connects health professionals, and the public to valuable resources including smoking cessation, reports detailing the effects of tobacco use, educational materials, and guidance on community-based tobacco prevention programs.

Tobacco news
Significant news, research and changes to the tobacco prevention and control Web site

Data and statistics
Minnesota and national data, charts and statistical analysis of smoking and tobacco use

Reports
State and national publications covering smoking trends, economics, policy, youth, and prevention best practices

Health effects
Reports, links and statistics focused on the health effects of tobacco use

Quit smoking
Information on how to quit including tips, calculators and links to smoking cessation programs for all Minnesotans

Secondhand smoke
Detailed reports on the health effects of secondhand smoke and legislation and policies designed to create smoke-free environments

Youth tobacco prevention
Links to videos and reports outlining the need and compliance with tobacco sales restrictions to minors

Community tobacco prevention
Guides, technical assistance and best practices for designing tobacco prevention programs

Grant programs
MDH-funded grant opportunities to assist community organizations in preventing and reducing tobacco use

Health disparities
Reports and programs addressing the differences in tobacco use and prevention among specific populations including American Indian and multi-cultural groups

Smokeless tobacco
Facts and descriptions of smokeless tobacco including the health effects and prevention efforts

Educational materials
Comprehensive publications catalog (CDC) and other notable educational materials designed for youth prevention

Tobacco Law Information
State and federal tobacco-related laws and regulations that affect the State of Minnesota

Minnesota Tobacco Substance Reporting
Minnesota legislation and disclosure requirements for tobacco manufacturers selling in the state

About the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program
How to contact the Tobacco Prevention and Control Program and its mission in Minnesota

 

Updated Thursday, 04-Oct-2012 15:54:19 CDT