WV African American Tobacco Prevention Network

10/14/2025

10/03/2025

Brock Jackson and Shanita Evans have set up an information booth at the Iaeger Fall Festival. They are providing school supplies, substance abuse prevention materials and throughout the evening there will be gift card giveaways. Come and see them.

10/02/2025

10/02/2025

🎀 The McDowell County Courthouse shines PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗

💡 1 in 8 women will face breast cancer in their lifetime, but early detection saves lives. Let’s support the fighters, celebrate survivors, and honor those we’ve lost.

09/24/2025

What an exciting four days we had at the State of Black Health Conference! This event was more than just a gathering; it was a powerful platform for dialogue, learning, and collaboration focused on the pressing health issues facing Black communities.

We had the honor of hearing from Dr. Donald Reed, Director of Commission on Aging and Cessation Director of WVAATPN, his insights into aging and to***co cessation were invaluable, shedding light on how these issues affect our communities profoundly. Rhonda Robinson, Network Director of WVAATPN, Rhonda emphasizes the pivotal role that churches can play in addressing health issues, particularly those related to to***co use. By leveraging their influence and outreach capabilities, churches can be instrumental in spreading awareness about the dangers of smoking and promoting healthier lifestyles.

09/21/2025

Vapes disguised as toys, school supplies, even asthma inhalers — the to***co industry will stop at nothing to hook kids on ni****ne. 🚭 Join us on Thursday, October 9 at 6:00 pm ET for Dangers of Youth Va**ng: What Parents Need to Know. Learn how to spot industry tactics, understand the risks, and take action to protect youth in your community. Free registration includes access to the recording!

👉 Register now here or use link in bio! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lOeAJpCETceDXUXytd0_ig #/registration

09/16/2025

Improving the health of West Virginia is absolutely possible, and addressing to***co use in a comprehensive way will be a key driver of that success. I truly hope this is part of the plan!

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Patrick Morrisey said West Virginia will apply for federal dollars made possible by President Donald Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill for rural hospitals and health care access.

09/09/2025

09/05/2025

Growing up in West Virginia, to***co is an inescapable part of life. From the kids sneaking ci******es in middle school to my friends’ parents who struggle to break the habit,

09/05/2025

🌟 Silent Remembrance Walk 🌟
Join us as we come together for Su***de Awareness & Prevention Month.
September 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Starting Point: Butterflies and Blossoms Florist, Iaeger, WV
This walk is a time of reflection, unity, and hope as we remember those we’ve lost and raise awareness for su***de prevention.
💙 Sponsored by FACES, SADD, and the McDowell County HOPE Coalition.