Experience and research in state after state has lead to a well-developed understanding of what works to reduce tobacco use. A well-funded, comprehensive program is a critical starting point. Combine a comprehensive program with specific strategies proven to provide an environment that helps support individuals in choosing healthy, tobacco-free lives, and tobacco-use rates and the death and disease that come along with tobacco use all drop.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that Nebraska spend $21.5 million annually on a comprhensive program to reduce tobacco use. A summary of the recommendations is found below, or you may view a full copy of the Best Practices for Comprehensive Tobacco Control Programs.

Counter-marketing campaigns are a key element of programs to reduce tobacco use.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that Nebraska spend $21.5 million per year on a comprehensive program dedicated to state and community interventions, health communication, cessation, surveillance and evaluation and administration and management.

Economic research confirms that when tobacco prices increase, smoking decreases. 

Smoke-free air protects all who breathe from secondhand smoke.