Preventing Tobacco Use Among Youth and Young Adults
Nearly all tobacco use begins during youth
and young adulthood. We know what works to prevent tobacco use among young people.
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Learn about the adverse health effects of smoking and tobacco.
- NEW REPORT: Preventing Tobacco Use Among Youth and Young Adults
- America's Plan for Better Health and Wellness
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Learn about the National Prevention Strategy
- Lead healthier lives through better nutrition, regular physical activity, and improving communities to support healthy choices.
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Learn about a Vision for a Healthy and Fit Nation
- Families, communities, employers, and health care professionals can increase support for breastfeeding.
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Learn about the Call to Action to Support Breastfeeding
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Recent
March 8, 2012 – Surgeon General releases new report on youth smoking
February 17, 2012 – Surgeon General Announces Winners of Healthy App Challenge
December 13, 2011 – Facebook provides first-of-a-kind service to help prevent suicides
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Join Us On the Journey
Surgeon General Regina Benjamin’s Personal Journey to Health
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A Tobacco-Free Generation
Nearly all tobacco use begins during youth and young adulthood. Every day, more than 1,200 Americans die from smoking. Each of these people is replaced by two new smokers under the age of 26. Watch the video.
