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Supporting individual decisions to quit ... or not to start
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Here’s a snapshot of Prevention Minnesota's programs and policies aimed at significantly reducing tobacco use among Minnesotans. While one strategy by itself helps a little, multiple strategies yield greater results. States such as California and Massachusetts that have implemented price increases, clean indoor air laws plus complementary programs have witnessed the most significant reductions in smoking rates.
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Public policy advocacy
Policy change is a powerful tool for health improvement and the best way to ensure widespead, lasting change. So it's no surprise that public policy advocacy is a fundamental component of Prevention Minnesota.
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Stop smoking — and stay stopped
Everyone has access to stop-smoking support. And people who get help to overcome their addiction to nicotine have much better chances of succeeding. Every Minnesota resident has access to phone support for help to quit.
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Clinician support
Physicians and pharmacists can help people quit. Learn about Prevention Minnesota's resources for clinicians.
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Young adult smoking
Most college students are well aware of the health hazards of smoking. Yet, young adults — targeted by tobacco companies — have the highest smoking rates of any age group.
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Reducing tobacco use in diverse communities
Tobacco industry advertising explicitly targets diverse racial and ethnic groups. Effective solutions come from working in partnership with affected communities.
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