Populations Burdened by Tobacco
It’s hard to quit tobacco. Tobacco impacts certain groups of people in unique and often more negative ways. Learn about how tobacco impacts these groups.
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Tobacco use is the #1 cause of preventable disease, disability and death for African-Americans.
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Tobacco use is the #1 cause of preventable disease, disability and death for Asian-Americans.
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Commercial tobacco use is the #1 cause of preventable disease, disability and death for American Indians/Alaskan Natives.
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Tobacco use is the #1 cause of preventable disease, disability and death for Hispanics/Latinos.
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Tobacco use is a major issue among LGBTQ+ communities.
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Quitting smoking can be hard, but it is one of the best ways a woman can protect herself and her baby’s health.
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Smokeless tobacco is as unsafe as smoking cigarettes.
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Knowing the facts about tobacco can help you make the right choice for you.
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Smoking is the #1 cause of disease and death for people with mental health concerns.
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Vaping is the act of inhaling liquid and other additives through a battery-powered device that often looks like a cigarette.