Lakewood Teens Against Tobacco
Who we are:
The Lakewood Teens Against Tobacco Coalition was organized in 2009. We are a passionate group of students, parents, concerned residents, and community organizations committed to preventing teen tobacco use in the City of Lakewood.
Our Mission:
The goal of the Coalition is to ensure that children and teens are not illegally sold cigarettes and other tobacco products from local merchants. The coalition also seeks to reduce the harm and devastation that occurs from the use of tobacco products and to promote a healthier and smoke-free Lakewood that is safe for youth.
The Facts:
A recent survey revealed that 44.8% of retailers in Lakewood were willing to sell cigarettes to minors.
* 3 out of 4 smokers start before the age of 18
* 4,000 youth under 18 smoke each day. 1,100 will become regular smokers
* 1/3 of youth smokers die of smoking related illnesses
* 23% of high school students smoke - At Lakewood High School that would be 990 students!!
* In LA County, 400,000 youth smoke
* Nicotine addiction in youth differs from adults
* The younger the initiation, the harder to quit
* Adolescents who smoke are more likely to use alcohol, marijuana and cocaine
Help protect Lakewood youth from the harmful effects of tobacco products and cigarette smoke! Get involved in Lakewood Teens Against Tobacco!
Learn More:
***New***Lakewood retailers willing to sell to minors - See a map of retailers that were willing to sell tobacco to children
Information on how Tobacco Retail Licensing Protects Youth
Smoke Free Teens in Burbank
Lakewood residents in favor of policy that helps prevent youth access
See how other cities in LA County are protecting their youth!
Additional Information:
Coalition for a Smoke Free LA County
American Lung Association
American Cancer Society
American Heart Association
California Smokers' Helpline
Smoking Cessation Resources
Quit Smoking at Any Age
Become an Ex
Contact Us:
If you have any questions or if you would like to get involved in the Lakewood Teens Against Tobacco Coalition, please call Satin White or Angelica Rangel at 310-538-8099 ext. 501. You can email us at: smokefree.teens@gmail.com
This material was made possible by funds through the Proposition 99 Tobacco Initiative form Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.