Advocacy & Education
What is one way to advocate for a tobacco-free community?
Join a community coalition
Plan and/or participate in trainings
Host events at school
Organizing community events/campaigns
What is the legal age for purchasing tobacco products in the United States?
21 years old
Name one way educational campaigns help reduce tobacco use.
They inform the public about health risks
They motivate people to avoid or quit tobacco
Name one way tobacco companies altered products to appeal to younger users?
Introduced flavored products
Sleek packaging
Modern technology like vaping
Name one way youth play a role in tobacco prevention efforts.
Youth can advocate for tobacco-free policies
Educate peers
Serve as role models
What is one health risk associated with cigar smoking?
Increased risk of cancer (oral and lung)
Heart disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Emphysema
Chronic bronchitis
What is one way you can engage with policymakers to promote tobacco control?
Writing letters
Attending meetings
Joining advocacy groups
What is one way the use of flavored tobacco products impacts youth?
Flavors make tobacco more appealing to young people
What is one key message in effective tobacco education campaigns?
The health risks of tobacco
Benefits of quitting
How to get help quitting
What is the role of nicotine salts in vaping products?
Nicotine salts allow for a smoother inhalation