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TFLC Monthly Newsletter

October

TFLC MonthlyNewsletterOctober

Announcements and Updates Announcements and Updates

GASO Preparations! GASO Preparations!

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Encouraging Community Support for the Great American Smokeout

Tobacco Free Lancaster County (TFLC) invites you to join the local Great American Smokeout (GASO) campaign this November!


This annual event, pioneered by the American Cancer Society, takes place on the third Thursday in November and challenges people nationwide to take their first step toward quitting nicotine, highlights available resources for staying quit and encourages support from all sides. In true Nebraska spirit, we have expanded the campaign locally for the entire month of November. And while the name may say “Smokeout,” TFLC encourages quitting all forms of tobacco and nicotine—whether it’s smoking, vaping, chew, etc.


Quitting isn’t easy, but it’s worth it! Nicotine addiction impacts not just physical health, but also mental health, relationships, finances, and the environment. That’s why creating a community that supports quitting is important.


By signing up at TobaccoFreeLancasterCounty.org/GASO, you can be part of this movement to help build a stronger, healthier Lancaster County. We offer a variety of FREE resources for everyone to participate in the campaign, including quit kits (with helpful items like gum, mints, fidgets, and stress balls), educational tools, posters, flyers, yard signs, social media graphics, and more—TFLC has everything you need to get involved, show support, and spread the word!


Access these resources today and join us in supporting a nicotine-free Lancaster County. Together, we can help more people quit for good and create a community where everyone thrives!

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Digital Ad

Digital ad used on many top websites (used by Lancaster County residents) to provide education and redirect to the blog article for more information.
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Quit Kit

We will be distributing quit kits to everyone who is interested in quitting tobacco/nicotine product(s).

NEW Winter Mirror Cling Designs! NEW Winter Mirror Cling Designs!

We’re excited to launch new designs for our Mirror Cling campaign to LPS middle and high schools and focus programs, Pius X high school, Lincoln Lutheran middle and high schools, Waverly middle and high schools, Malcolm middle and high schools, Norris middle and high schools and Southeast Community College! Feedback from youth groups over recent months has been invaluable in shaping these designs and guiding our outreach efforts.

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Future goals and aspirations are often key reasons why youth decide not to vape.

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Youth often start or continue vaping as a way to cope with stress, anxiety, or boredom.

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Many youth don’t associate nicotine vapes with cigarettes, often viewing them as harmless “flavored air.”

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The rising costs of tobacco and nicotine products can be a powerful motivator for youth to quit, as financial implications become a deterrent to continued use.

Last TFLC Coalition Meeting of 2024! Last TFLC Coalition Meeting of 2024!

Last TFLC Coalition Meeting of 2024 is November 13 from 10AM - 11AM!

A big THANK YOU to the Lincoln Commission on Human Rights for hosting TFLC in September!


The final TFLC Coalition meeting for 2024 is on November 13th, 2024 will be available as a hybrid option, via Zoom and in-person at the April Sampson Cancer Center (4101 Tiger Lily Rd) - Conference Room A.


Check out the invite for more information and to RSVP!


Save the date to your calendar!


The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department is still under construction, so it is likely we will need to continue traveling and/or host Zoom only meetings into 2025. We will discuss this more at our November meeting!


Thank you to all our partners for sharing your spaces and teaching us more about your programs!

Smoke-Free Housing Committee

Next Meeting: Thursday November 14, 2024, 9:00-10:00 AM - this will be held via Zoom.

Meetings for 2024 are tentatively scheduled for the 2nd Thursday of each month, from 9-10 AM.

Youth Committee

Next Meeting: TBD (Should be Thursday November 28, 2024, 1:00-2:00 PM but this falls on Thanksgiving)

Meetings for 2024 are tentatively scheduled for the 4th Thursday of each month, from 1-2 PM.

Cessation Referral Committee

Next Meeting: Tuesday November 26, 2024, 10:00-11:00 AM - this will be held via Zoom.

Meetings for 2024 are tentatively scheduled for the 4th Tuesday of each month, from 10-11 AM.

Not on a committee yet?

Email Sadie at sjjensen@lincoln.ne.gov or Eunice at eoladeji@lincoln.ne.gov to join!

TFLC GASO 2024 Presentation at the Tobacco Free Nebraska State Coalition Meeting TFLC GASO 2024 Presentation at the Tobacco Free Nebraska State Coalition Meeting

October TFLC Sponsored or Attended Events October TFLC Sponsored or Attended Events

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October

1-13: 14-Day Challenge

4: NDOC Wellness Fair

16: Project Connect

17: Prairie Pride Film Festival

23: TFN Quarterly Meeting

31: Presentation at Bluestem

Education and Training Resources Education and Training Resources

TFN Resources TFN Resources

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New Tobacco Free Nebraska Resource

The 2024 “Who is Using the Nebraska Tobacco Quitline?” Infographic has been updated and added to the TFN website.
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Subscribe to the Tobacco Free Nebraska newsletter, here.

Nebraska Tobacco Quitline Order Form

Nebraska Tobacco Quitline Order Form

 ​Tobacco Free Nebraska offers free materials to help promote quitting resources. Request materials in the form below or download materials to use today. Requests are only filled for Nebraska residents, healthcare providers, businesses and organizations. All materials while supplies last. Please allow 7-10 business days for delivery. Questions? Email DHHS.TFN@Nebraska.gov.

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Resources for Healthcare Providers

Resources for Healthcare Providers

This page lists all the resources for healthcare providers to help tobacco consumers quit tobacco. What would you like to do? ​ As a healthcare provider, you are a trusted source of information. You can play an important role in helping your patients quit tobacco by connecting them with the tools they need.

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Virtual QPR Training - November 8, 2024

Register link here!
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The Impact of Tobacco Use on Behavioral Health: Insights and Strategies from the Nebraska Tobacco Quitline

Webinar Series

Monday, November 4, 2024

2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Register link here!

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The Impact of Tobacco Use on Oral Health

Webinar Series

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Register link here!

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Tobacco Use Among Non-English Speaking Nebraskans

Webinar Series

Monday, November 6, 2024

2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Register link here!

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October 2024 NECCCP FINAL Version.pdf
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October 2024 Quitline Behavioral Health Training .pptx
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Webinars Webinars

Events

Events

Events Organized in Partnership with the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development Immigration Essentials for Employers: Best Practices for Hiring and Supporting Immigrant Workers Tuesday, October 15, 2024 1:00 - 2:15 PM CST A Summary of Employment Based Immigration Carly J.

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Materials Materials

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National Behavioral Health Network guide, Won’t You Be My Tobacco-free Neighbor?
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Nebraska YRBS Results

Nebraska YRBS Results

The Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) The Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) is part of the National Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System created and managed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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LGBTQ+ Inclusivity Needs Assessment - April 2024
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Counter Tools Infographics Are Available!

Check out the Statewide and Lancaster County infographics providing the data from the tobacco retailer checks completed in 2023. We will chat more about these infographics during our next coalition meeting and as we move forward with strategic planning.

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Lancaster County Tobacco Retailer Infographic
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The Latest from the FDA The Latest from the FDA

  • Beginning Sept. 30, retailers must verify with photo identification the age of anyone under the age of 30 who is trying to purchase tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. FDA has developed a factsheet on these new requirements and resources available to assist retailers in calculating the age of customers.
  • In a new commentary in the Annals of Internal Medicine, leaders at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the FDA highlight recommendations and opportunities to promote innovation in research and development of smoking cessation therapies.
  • Current tobacco product use among U.S. middle and high school students has dropped to the lowest recorded level in 25 years, according to data from the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS).
  • On Oct. 22, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, in collaboration with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), announced the administrative seizure of approximately 3 million units of unauthorized e-cigarette products, with an estimated retail value of $76 million.

Other news and articles:

  • FDA Issues Final Rule Increasing the Minimum Age for Certain Restrictions on Tobacco Sales
  • Tobacco’s harmful impact on Hispanic and Latino Americans

  • TV ads for e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches show youth-appealing content that is banned for cigarettes

  • A breath of fresh air: The immediate benefits of quitting smoking or vaping nicotine

  • Helpful Tips for Protecting Youth from the Harms of Vaping

  • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT NICOTINE POUCHES

  • Philip Morris International to invest over $800 million to meet growing Zyn market

Other Helpful Resources Other Helpful Resources

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National Behavioral Health Network for Tobacco & Cancer Control from National Council for Mental Wellbeing

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CounterTobacco.org

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Truth Initiative

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Public Health Law Center: Tracking Behavioral Health and Tobacco Use

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FREE Resources Available through the Nebraska Tobacco Quitline Order Form

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network

ACS CAN is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

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Media Media

October Strictly Business Press Release

Join the Great American Smokeout on November 21!

Join the Great American Smokeout on November 21!

According to the CDC, 70% of tobacco users want to quit. So, who do you know that needs support to quit tobacco? Whether it's a parent, coworker, or even yourself, quitting tobacco can feel overwhelming. But with the right support, it's possible.

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Facebook

Check out the TFLC Facebook page to like and share posts!

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

Please let us know if you have interest in assisting with any community events or if you have any events you would like us to participate in!


November

5 - Governor's Proclamation - Tobacco Cessation Week

18-22 GASO Week

21- GASO Day

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