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Health Effects of Smokeless Tobacco

While smokeless tobacco is often marketed as a “safer” alternative to cigarettes, the truth is that it carries serious health risks. These products still contain nicotine, which is addictive, and are linked to cancers, oral diseases, and even risks during pregnancy. They can also harm children through accidental nicotine poisoning. Understanding the dangers of smokeless tobacco is the first step to protecting your health and making informed choices. Key Facts:

ENGAGE: Evidence-Based Strategies to Prevent Youth Substance Use

Youth substance use is a significant public health challenge in the United States, but importantly, it’s preventable. In 2024, surveys revealed that 9% of eighth graders, 16.9% of tenth graders, and 26.2% of twelfth graders reported using illegal substances within the past year. Early substance use is associated with serious consequences, including impaired brain development, decreased school performance, increased absenteeism, heightened risk of later substance use disorders, and even premature

African American Communities Experience a Health Burden From Commercial Tobacco

Commercial tobacco continues to stand as one of the greatest barriers to health equity for African American communities. While overall smoking rates have declined across the country, African American people continue to face disproportionate harm from tobacco use, not because they smoke more, but because of long-standing inequities, targeted marketing, and systemic barriers to care. The reality is stark: even though African American adults often smoke fewer cigarettes per day

Cancer and Tobacco

Tobacco use is a leading cause of preventable disease and death in the U.S., responsible for nearly 1 in 5 cancer diagnoses. All forms of tobacco—cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco, and snuff—contain dangerous toxins and highly addictive nicotine. Understanding the risks can help you make informed choices about your health. Key Facts About Tobacco Use Tobacco in all forms carries devastating health risks—not just for users but for everyone exposed.

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Health Effects of Smokeless Tobacco

ENGAGE: Evidence-Based Strategies to Prevent Youth Substance Use

African American Communities Experience a Health Burden From Commercial Tobacco

Cancer and Tobacco

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