COMMERCIAL TOBACCO RESOURCES
American Cancer Society
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/tobacco.html
The American Cancer Society works to eliminate cancer through research, education, advocacy, and patient support. Their website provides resources on cancer prevention, treatment options, and support services for patients and families, including tools to help quit smoking and reduce cancer risks.
American Heart Association
https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/quit-smoking-tobacco
The American Heart Association is dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke prevention by promoting healthier lifestyles, conducting research, and supporting advocacy efforts. Their website offers educational materials, resources for heart health, and support to help quit smoking and reduce cardiovascular risks.
American Lung Association
https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking
The American Lung Association focuses on improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, research, and advocacy. Their website offers resources to help quit smoking, as well as information on lung diseases like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma, and ways to promote lung health in the community.
Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
https://www.tobaccofreekids.org/
The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing tobacco use and its harmful effects through advocacy, public education, and policy change. Their website provides helpful resources and tools to stand up to the tobacco industry and protect children from nicotine addiction.
CDC Smoking and Tobacco Use
The CDC’s tobacco website provides information on the health risks of tobacco use, prevention strategies, and tobacco-related policies. It offers resources such as educational materials, research findings, and tools to help individuals and communities reduce tobacco use and its harmful effects.
Commercial Tobacco Prevention and Treatment Program
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/tobacco/index.htm
The Commercial Tobacco Prevention and Treatment Program in Wisconsin works to reduce tobacco use through prevention, education, and support services, focusing on at-risk populations. The program offers resources like quit lines, treatment options, and local projects and programs to help individuals quit tobacco and prevent its use.
Truth Initiative
The Truth Initiative is a nonprofit organization focused on reducing tobacco use through education, advocacy, and research. Their website offers a variety of resources, including tools to help quit tobacco, information on the harmful effects of smoking, and campaigns aimed at preventing youth tobacco use.
Tobacco is Changing
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/tobaccoischanging/
Tobacco is Changing provides updates on how tobacco companies are quickly developing new products and strategies. Read more to stay updated on these changes, understand the industry’s marketing strategies, and learn how you can take action.
Wisconsin First Breath
https://wwhf.org/firstbreath/participant/
Wisconsin’s First Breath program provides support for pregnant women who use tobacco, offering free counseling, resources, and assistance to help them quit smoking. The program aims to improve maternal and infant health by promoting a tobacco-free pregnancy.
Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line
The Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line is a free, confidential service that provides support to individuals who want to quit using tobacco. It offers counseling, resources, and tools, such as personalized quit plans and a dedicated quit coach, to help people overcome tobacco addiction and improve their health.
VAPING RESOURCES
Alternatives to Suspension
https://centralwinicotinefree.org/our-initiatives/alternatives-to-suspension/
The Nicotine Prevention Alliance of Central Wisconsin has created an Alternatives to Suspension guide for schools and other organizations that work with youth. This guide highlights programs that offer alternatives to suspension, resources to help youth quit smoking, and other options for teaching coping skills.
Schools and organizations seeking to avoid punitive measures in their tobacco-free policy may consider the following, non-exhaustive list of alternatives to suspension programs. Programs can be adjusted to fit staff availability as well as class and extracurricular schedules.
Live Vape Free
https://quitline.wisc.edu/livevapefree/
Live Vape Free offers free quit support for youth and young adults ages 13 to 26. Text “VAPEFREE” to 873373 or visit livevapefree.com.
Live Vape Free for Parents and Caregivers
https://livevapefree.com/advocate
Live Vape Free’s advocate page to gain the confidence to tackle this topic and lead your teen towards a healthier, vape-free lifestyle.
Smokefree.gov
Smokefree.gov is a youth-focused page that offers tailored resources and support to help young people quit smoking and stay tobacco-free. The site includes tips, challenges, and personal stories to motivate and guide teens through the quitting process.
Stanford REACH Lab Infographics
https://med.stanford.edu/halpern-felsher-reach-lab/resources.html
The Stanford Medicine Halpern-Felsher REACH Lab has created various materials, including printouts, infographics, flyers, and more, available for free download and printing.
THC is Changing
https://www.northwoodscoalition.org/thc-is-changing-campaign-materials
THC is Changing is a resource providing updates on new THC products. the THC is Changing Campaign was created and designed by Northwoods Coalition and Marshfield Clinic.
University of Wisconsin Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention
https://ctri.wisc.edu/providers/e-cigs-and-vaping/
The University of Wisconsin’s Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention (CTRI) provides resources on e-cigarettes and vaping. Watch the “One Year Quitting Nicotine” video below to see the health improvements someone experiences after a year of quitting nicotine, and explore more information on vaping, including topics like “smart vapes.”
Vaping Conversation Guide
https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/helping-teens-quit/talk-about-vaping/conversation-guide
The Vaping Conversation Guide was created by the American Lung Association to help provide caregivers with tips for talking to youth about vaping. Conversation tips include knowing the facts and finding the right time and place.