9/29/07
For Immediate Release: Contact Lee Rutledge-Falcione,
(724) 222-6511, Ext. 16
School Resource Guide Listing Free Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Programs for Washington County Schools Available
The Tobacco Free Program of Washington County Health Partners has published a free School Resource Guide, listing free tobacco use prevention and cessation programs available for school districts in Washington County. Tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States. Since 90 percent of tobacco users start before the age of 18, youth tobacco use prevention and cessation is a priority for public health programs. To receive a copy of the School Resource Guide, or to find out how your school district can participate in any of the free programs, contact the Tobacco Free Program of Washington County Health Partners at 1-866-904-FREE (3733), ext. 12, or info@tobaccofreewashington.org.
Tobacco Free Program
The Tobacco Free Program’s goals are to reduce
adult and youth tobacco use and to eliminate it as a social
norm. For more information, contact the Tobacco Free Program
at 1-866-904-FREE (3733) or info@tobaccofreewashington.org.
Washington
County Health Partners, Inc.
Incorporated in 2000, WCHP is a not-for-profit
organization dedicated to the enhancement of the health
and well-being of Washington County residents.
WCHP performs periodic community health assessments to
identify county health issues. These issues are addressed
through WCHP’s volunteer-led, collaborative task forces
comprised of local organizations and community volunteers
who combine their expertise and resources. Current issues
include: access to health insurance, community wellness,
minority health, nutrition, respiratory health, teen wellness,
and tobacco free initiatives.
Funding is provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
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