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Tobacco Prevention and Education Program (TPEP) annual report

News from the Oregon Health Authority

Report cover for Oregon Health Authority's Tobacco Prevention and Education Program, featuring the title, logo, and a collage of diverse photos. Transcribed Text: OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY Public Health Division Tobacco Prevention and Education Program: Empowering Communities to Drive Tobacco Prevention Efforts Program Report 2023–2025

The 2023-25 Tobacco Prevention and Education Program (TPEP) annual report shows gains have been made in lowering tobacco use over more than a quarter century, through ongoing initiatives aimed at promoting public health.

The Oregon TPEP supports statewide commercial tobacco prevention and quit programs. Commercial tobacco products include cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes). TPEP funds and collaborates with:

  • Local public health authorities (LPHAs)
  • Tribal partners
  • Community-based organizations
    (CBOs), and
  • Regional health equity coalitions (RHECs)

Read the full news release from the Oregon Health Authority

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