Tobacco Prevention

The Douglas County Health Department is a member of the Metro Omaha Tobacco Action Coalition (MOTAC) whose mission is to promote a smoke-free community. As part of a comprehensive community-wide tobacco prevention program, we partner with schools, public and private health organizations, and faith communities to educate the community of the dangers of secondhand smoke and prevent youth tobacco use. activities include assisting businesses in the development of smoke-free policies, supplying educational materials to businesses, faith communities, community-based organizations, childcare centers, and families on tobacco related issues. We also assist in the development of grassroots efforts to eliminate environmental tobacco smoke.

Links to:

• MOTAC Informational Brochure
• MOTAC.org
  
• Secondhand Smoke Brochure (DCHD)
• Omaha Smoke-Free Apartments
• Smoke-Free Nursing Homes