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This website is under construction.
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If you have difficulty finding information or would like to speak with someone about
quitting tobacco, please contact Cecilia Williams, Coordinator of the Tobacco-Free
Coalition of Delaware County, at (765) 281-7245 ext. 22.
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WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!
Last week, Senate Bill 298 won in the State Senate. This bill would dismantle the Indiana
Tobacco Prevention and Cessation (ITPC) program, the program that funds tobacco-free
coalitions throughout the state, including the one in Delaware County. The bill is being
considered by the House of Representatives and if passed, the Tobacco-Free Coalition of
Delaware County, along with all others funded through ITPC throughout the state, will no longer
exist.
For more information on what you can do to help, click here.
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Upcoming Events
Dr. Nicki Turner Clean Air Fair
10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, May 1, 2010
Head Start Action, Inc. 3900 E. Wysor St.
The Dr. Nicki Turner dedicated her life to educating people of all ages about the effects of
smoking and asmtha. Join us for a FREE day of events including asthma education, lung
screenings, wellness information booths, games and activities, food, and much more! _____________________________________________________________
Recent News
February 5, 2010
Judy Mays expresses her opinion on the statewide smoking ban and the potential loss
of the Indiana Tobbaco Prevention and Cessation (ITPC) Agency.
February 4, 2010
The proposed statewide smoking ban will not be picked up in the Senate, leaving it to
die in the House.
February 2, 2010
The Indiana House of Representatives pass a watered-down version of the smoking ban
to the Senate.
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Are You an Ex-Smoker?
The Tobacco-Free Coalition of Delaware County is looking for people who have been tobacco free
for at least 30 days to call in and tell their story. One person each month will be selected for a
feature article in The Star Press and that person will receive a $25 gift certificate from Target.
Stories can come from recent quitters or from people who have quit years ago. The articles will
focus on the different techniques and programs that have helped people quit and to serve as a
resource for the many current smokers who want to free themselves from the nicotine addiction.
To submit a story or to find out about programs to quit smoking call the Tobacco-Free Coalition
of Delaware County at 281.2745, extension 22.
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