Is There Such a Thing as a "Safe" Cigarette?
February 1, 2003 | Program Result Report
A one-hour NOVA television documentary, "Search for a Safe Cigarette," investigated current efforts to create less toxic cigarettes in 2001.
Although tobacco use has decreased, it is the leading cause of death in the United States. Implementing a combination of policy changes including clean indoor air laws, higher per-pack taxes, and cessation efforts are proven to reduce tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke.
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No Smoking with Those Thin Mints
November 12, 2004 | Program Result Report
The Delaware-Raritan Girl Scout Council in East Brunswick, N.J., worked to educate Girl Scouts in Central New Jersey about the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke through award programs, anti-smoking rallies, health fairs and summer camp programs.
Teen Involvement is a Key to Reducing Adolescent Smoking
May 1, 1997 | Program Result Report
The University of Colorado, Denver, evaluated Stop Teenage Addiction to Tobacco (STAT), a nationwide volunteer effort to reduce underage smoking.
Smoke-Free New Jersey and Smoke-Free Philly
July 29, 2009 | Program Result Report
Smoke-Free New Jersey and Smoke-Free Philly conducted communications campaigns to ensure successful implementation of smoke-free indoor air laws in New Jersey and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
N.J. Drug and Alcohol Treatment Providers Learn to Kick Butts, Too
March 1, 2002 | Program Result Report
St. Peter's Medical Center, New Brunswick, N.J., set up a statewide training program to help drug and alcohol treatment providers develop nicotine treatment protocols.
Sink It!
May 1, 2000 | Program Result Report
Two program contracts from RWJF helped the National Basketball Association's New Jersey Nets to mount an educational and media compaign aimed a reducing smoking among youth.