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World No Tobacco Day: The Importance of Tobacco Cessation in the District of Columbia

With an end to menthol sales within reach, accessible cessation support available for our residents, and committed tobacco control efforts in full swing across our city, NOW is the time to stand together to create a healthier community!

Local activists and experts discussed cessation resources and tobacco control in our community in this webcast hosted by DC Tobacco Free Coalition for World No Tobacco Day.

Topics included: cessation-related policy, local cessation, health equity and improving health in underserved communities, DC tobacco control resources and how local residents can get involved.

Speakers:
Josh Brown, Flavors Hook Kids
Teaira Garnett, Breathe DC
Dr. Carla Williams, Howard University Hospital
Tobacco Control Program, DC Health

Moderator: Liz Furgurson, Chair, DC Tobacco Free Coalition

Presentations [PDF]:

Health Justice - Dr. Carla Williams
Breathe DC - Teaira Garnett

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Recorded live on May 28, 2021