Suicide is a public health issue that touches the lives of millions of people across the nation, and each of us has a role to play in preventing it in our own communities.
Learn about the adverse health effects of smoking and tobacco.
Learn about the National Prevention Strategy
Learn about a Vision for a Healthy and Fit Nation
Learn about the Call to Action to Support Breastfeeding
June 13, 2012 – Prevention Council issues action plan to promote wellness
May 30, 2012 – Young People Say “Tobacco—I’m Not Buying It”
March 8, 2012 – Surgeon General releases new report on youth smoking
Surgeon General Regina Benjamin’s Personal Journey to Health
Nearly all tobacco use begins during youth and young adulthood. Every day, more than 1,200 Americans die from smoking. Each of these people is replaced by two new smokers under the age of 26. Watch the video.