Resources for youth, parents and educators
Helpful Resources
Access valuable sources of support for anyone committed to raising awareness of tobacco’s dangers and fighting the tobacco industry’s influence in our state.
Quit Resources
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Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine
A free telephone and online tobacco cessation program that includes cessation coaching from trained specialists, personalized, ongoing support, and free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) for eligible participants.
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EX Program
EX Program is the go-to guide on your journey to quit smoking, vaping, and tobacco. You get science-backed, 24/7 support from experts and experienced quitters – all for free.
For Educators
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Tobacco, Nicotine, and Vaping: Recommendations from the field for school-level impact
This resource aims to help districts strengthen their school tobacco policies and practices by providing a simple and non-exhaustive list of actionable examples and quality resources based on data and insights from the field. It was created in consideration of those with strategic goals to address tobacco, nicotine, and vaping among school-aged youth.
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Nicotine-Free Teams
A resource for sports teams and activity clubs that collectively want to pledge to stay nicotine-free.
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Nicotine-Free Schools K-12 Policy Toolkit for Educators and Administrators
The Tobacco Use Prevention and Control Program created this toolkit to support schools, parents, and communities in protecting youth from tobacco and nicotine. Inside, you’ll find:
- Practical tips for enforcing a tobacco-free policy at your school
- Tools to help educate students about the dangers of tobacco and nicotine use
- Resources designed for parents and guardians
- Guidance on how to help youth quit tobacco and nicotine products
Download the toolkit to access evidence-based strategies and resources that promote a healthier, tobacco-free environment for all students.
Facts, Stats & Campaigns
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Truth Initiative: The Rapidly Evolving Nicotine Market
Learn how the changing nicotine marketplace is introducing new products and marketing strategies that challenge existing regulations and increase concerns about youth nicotine use.
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Tobacco Facts & Statistics
Explore key facts, statistics, and research about tobacco and nicotine use, youth vaping, health impacts, and tobacco prevention efforts across the United States.
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How Tobacco Marketing Works
This is how tobacco companies market their products in stores and why retail advertising can increase nicotine use among teens.
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The Influence of Pop Culture
Discover how tobacco and vaping are portrayed in movies, TV shows, music, and social media—and how these messages can shape attitudes and influence young people.
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Monitoring Tobacco Product Use
Explore trends in tobacco product sales and use in the United States.
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Tobacco Stops With Me
Download free materials like posters, fact sheets and more to educate about the dangers of tobacco use, vaping and secondhand smoke.
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Empower Vape-Free Youth Campaign
This campaign from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) encourages middle and high school educators to speak with students about the risks of e-cigarettes and nicotine addiction. The campaign includes resources for educators to help students avoid or quit vaping.
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CDC E-Cigarette or Vaping Products Visual Dictionary
A pamphlet that displays devices and brands of e-cigarettes, intended to highlight the different e-cigarette, or vaping, product generations and substances used in these devices.