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Tobacco Use in Vermont The Vermont Adult Tobacco Survey is a survey of Vermont adults (18+). The data are used to help evaluate the effectiveness of Vermont Tobacco Control Program efforts to reduce smoking and increase awareness and knowledge of...

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, refers to a group of diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

For Immediate Release: June 4, 2024 Media Contact: Ben Truman │ Department of Health 802-316-2117 │ 802-863-7280 [email protected] Health Department Awards Community-Based Tobacco Prevention Grants WATERBURY, VT – Department of Health has awarded grants totaling $771,500 to nine organizations from...

Most Vermonters are living tobacco and nicotine free. We are proud that the Tobacco Control Program partnerships, initiatives and campaigns have had a positive impact, but our work must continue until all youth and adults are safe from nicotine addiction...

Tobacco control is the work of many in Vermont. Best practice calls for state and local organizations to work together to reduce tobacco use, promote tobacco-free policies and support those who want to quit.

Our program strives to create change at the individual, community and policy levels to prevent people from becoming tobacco and nicotine users, support those looking to reduce their use or quit, and ultimately, shift society’s perception of tobacco and nicotine...

Vermont has a proud history of state laws and policies protecting residents and visitors from the harms of tobacco and nicotine.

Low-income adults and those with mental health and substance use disorders have higher rates of tobacco use – and greater impacts on their health and quality of life.

Cancer develops gradually as a result of many different factors related to lifestyle choices, environment and genetics. Anyone can develop cancer, but many cancers can be prevented.

Most Vermonters who smoke want to quit. You may be one of them, or know someone who is trying to quit tobacco. With the right tools and support, you can do it.