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KY Tobacco Prevention and Cessation

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KY Tobacco Prevention and Cessation

KY Tobacco Prevention and Cessation The KY To***co Prevention & Cessation Program (KTPC) is a program of the KY Dept. for Public Health. We expect comments generally to be courteous.

Each year more than 8,000 Kentuckians die of illnesses caused by to***co use. Some die of lung cancer, while others fall victim to cardiovascular disease. Annually, Medicaid and Medicare costs exceed an estimated $1.2 billion for treatment of Kentuckians suffering smoking-related diseases and conditions. This equals $300 for each of the four million people living in Kentucky. To help ease the toll

to***co takes on the health of Kentuckians, the state To***co Prevention and Cessation Program has adopted the four Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) goals for reducing the negative health effects of to***co use:

- Preventing the initiation of to***co use among young people
- Promoting cessation among young people and adults
- Eliminating non-smokers exposure to environmental to***co smoke
- Identifying and eliminating the disparities related to to***co and its effects on different population groups

These goals are achieved through a community component based in local health departments. This draws on existing infrastructure and strong links between local groups concerned about reducing the health risks and illness associated with to***co use. To ensure progress toward these goals, a 2008-2013 To***co Program Strategic Plan was developed. Comment Guidelines
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04/04/2025

To***co can cause cancer almost everywhere in your body. Quitting to***co products is one of the most important actions you can take to improve their health and reduce their risk for all types of cancer. Help is available. Visit www.quitnowkentucky.org to get started.

04/01/2025

? The majority of youth e-cigarettes users use flavored products. The Take Down To***co National Day of Action aims to change that. Visit takedownto***co.org to learn how to get involved in the movement.

03/30/2025

Doctors play an important part in helping you reach your goals, including quitting smoking. Talk to your doctor about what’s right for you and your quit journey. Visit quitnowkentucky.org for free help.

03/26/2025

Using to***co can lead to serious eye diseases like cataracts and macular degeneration. Quitting smoking can help save your vision. For free help getting started, visit cdc.gov/quit.

03/22/2025

Smoking can increase your risk for over 12 types of cancer, including colon cancer. Reduce your risk of developing colorectal cancer by quitting smoking and getting preventative screenings. This , learn more about smoking and colon cancer: cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/.

03/20/2025

All to***co use, not just cigarette use, can raise your risk for gum disease: https://bit.ly/42B6zA7. Take care of your oral health by quitting to***co. For free help, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW.

03/17/2025

This St. Patrick’s Day, don’t rely luck to increase your chances of living a longer, healthier life. Quit smoking instead. For free help, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit cdc.gov/quit to get started.

03/15/2025

To***co use can double your risk of having a stroke, and secondhand smoke exposure increases your risk for stroke by 30%. Quitting smoking is one of the most important things you can do to improve your health: CDC.gov/quit.

03/13/2025

? To***co use can increase your risk for kidney diseases, including kidney cancer. This , reduce your risk by starting your quit journey. Learn how to reduce your risk of kidney disease at https://bit.ly/3Q109CD.

03/11/2025

Quitting smoking is the best way to reduce lung damage that can lead to COPD. Within 3 months of quitting smoking, your lung function improves. Visit https://smokefree.gov/ to learn how to start your quit today.

03/08/2025

On this , empower yourself and the women in your life with knowledge and resources to help those who want to quit smoking. For free resources to start your quit, visit https://women.smokefree.gov/

03/06/2025

As a dentist, you play a big role in helping people reach their smokefree goals. Help patients find resources to help them quit smoking, including educating them on to***co’s impact on oral health. Visit https://bit.ly/3EmOVpG to learn more.

03/03/2025

Smoking while pregnant can increase the risk of birth defects, like cleft lip and cleft palate, and may affect your baby's brain development. If you're pregnant or are planning to be, quit smoking. Learn more: http://bit.ly/3WGfLiP

03/02/2025

Between school and friends, teens have enough to worry about. Ni****ne addiction shouldn’t be added to it. Talk to the teens in your life about va**ng: https://teen.smokefree.gov

02/28/2025

Why not make quitting smoking a team effort? Work with a friend to help motivate yourself to stay committed to quitting. For resources to help you quit, visit CDC.gov/quit.

02/21/2025

Happy to everyone taking care of someone with a smoking related illness. Make sure to take time to care for yourself today. Visit https://bit.ly/3i1lR9c to learn more.

02/18/2025

Smokeless to***co, like dip and chew, is not a safe alternative to smoking. This Through With Chew Week, learn more about the risks of smokeless to***co at www.cdc/to***co/smokeless.gov/

02/14/2025

💕 This , visit CDC.gov/quit for ideas on how to start the beginning of a smokefree love story. 💕

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Frankfort, KY
40602

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Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

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https://www.quitnowkentucky.org/

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This St. Patrick’s Day, don’t rely luck to increase your chances of living a longer, healthier life. Quit smoking instead. For free help, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit cdc.gov/quit to get started. #QuitNowKentucky #QuitKY #QuitSmokingToday #StPatricksDay

Why not make quitting smoking a team effort? Work with a friend to help motivate yourself to stay committed to quitting. For resources to help you quit, visit CDC.gov/quit.#QuitKY #QuitNowKentucky #QuitSmoking

Smokeless to***co, like dip and chew, is not a safe alternative to smoking. This Through With Chew Week, learn more about the risks of smokeless to***co at www.cdc/to***co/smokeless.gov/ #throughwithchew #QuitKY #QuitNowKentucky

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As a dental provider, you play a critical role in helping patients quit to***co products. Talk to your patients about how commercial to***co products negatively affect their oral health. For more information, visit CDC.gov/To***coHCP. #DentalHygieneMonth #QuitKY #QuitNowKentucky #QuitSmoking #QuitSmokingToday

Free help quitting smoking is available including quit coaching, personalized quit plans, educational materials and referrals to local resources. All of this and more is available when you call 1-800-QUIT-NOW. #QuitKY #QuitNowKentucky #QuitSmoking

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Cigarette smoking increases your risk of developing lung-related illnesses like COPD and lung cancer. Quitting smoking can help to lower your risk. Start your quit journey by visiting CDC.gov/quit. #HealthyLungMonth #QuitKY #QuitNowKentucky #QuitSmoking