OUR MISSION
Breathe with Pride Houston Tobacco Prevention and Control Initiative works to reduce tobacco use among populations with the highest burden of tobacco-related health disparities by engaging in scholarly research, providing leadership at the city level to support smoke-free policies, and working in partnership to bring community-based interventions. Check us out |
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The Normal Anomaly Initiative; BQ+ Transportation Program.
The Normal Anomaly Initiative, Inc. provides transportation to and from job interviews, temporary assistance for transportation to employment, and transportation to and from doctor’s and counselor’s appointments.. Read More
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DECEMBER EVENTS
- December Health Observance: Resolutions- December is the month to explore a variety of subjects, including awareness of health conditions , safety issues, and ways to promote a healthy lifestyle (make a quit plan to stop smoking).
- 12/01: Rosa Parks Day, Giving Tuesday, World AIDS Day (Watch City of Houston's HTV World AIDS Day Remembrance)
- 12/08: Breathe with Pride Coalition Meeting - *CANCELED* Thank you for your participation and we look forward to seeing you in 2022!
- 12/09: Beyond the Binary- A social discussion group specifically for Non-Binary, Genderqueer and Gender Non-Conforming to share and discuss their perspectives! Click here for more information
- 12/09: Webinar- Stress and Cigarette Smoking among Black and Latinx Adults with Psychiatric Disorders
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The Houston Health Department recently re-launched the Houston State of
Health data portal, an interactive tool created to help people, cities, and
planners learn and explore the health status of our city. Read more
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Dispelling Myths about NRT
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) can double a smoker’s chances of quitting smoking. The likelihood of staying quit for more than six months is increased when a smoker uses NRT according to directions. However, there are many incorrect myths that may influence smokers away from considering NRT when quitting. Factsheet
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Texas Key Facts
In 2019, 21.8% of Texas high school youth reported currently using any tobacco product, including e-cigarettes. Among Texas high school youth, 4.9% reported currently smoking cigarettes. More Facts
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More resources
- Motivation to Quit Smoking for LGBT Communities: Quit Guide
- Vape-Free Schools Initiative: Tools and Resources from the American Lung Association (ALA)
- Behavioral Health and Wellness Program: This comprehensive toolkit to address tobacco use in correctional facilities offers evidence-based assessment, prevention and treatment strategies. Dimensions: Tobacco Free Toolkit for Healthcare Providers Serving Justice-Involved Populations
- Testing is still FREE -Even if you're vaccinated, it's important to get tested if you experience COVID-like symptoms to stop the spread of the virus. Find a free COVID-19 testing site near you or by calling 832-393-4220. No appointment is needed.
- Breathe with Pride Houston would like to announce and/or attend your LGBTQ+ community news and/or outreach events. If your organization has upcoming events please Contact us
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