At least 50% of deaths in the US from the ten leading causes of death are strongly linked to lifestyle-related behaviors, such as tobacco use, poor dietary habits and inactivity, alcohol misuse, illicit drug use and risky sexual practices.
This toolkit, developed by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan, is part of an overall project that is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through their Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) nationwide initiative.
Medicaid Managed Care and Comprehensive Cessation Coverage: A Recommended Approach for State Tobacco Control Programs?
Healthy People 2010 is a comprehensive set of disease prevention and health objectives for the U.S. population to achieve over the first 10 years of the twenty-first century. The second overarching goal of Healthy People 2010 is to eliminate health disparities in several focus areas—primarily commercial tobacco use.
Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death and disability in the United States. It is critical that health care organizations begin addressing tobacco use for their patients and employees.
Kewadin Casinos ad released to advertise new non-smoking dining environments.
A radio ad elaborating on the dangers of smoking for children and family.
A radio piece focusing on second-hand smoke’s impact in restaurants.
An ad elaborating on the dangers of second-hand smoke for children and families.
A promotional ad encouraging not smoking around children and playgrounds.