Health & Fitness
Anne Arundel County Announces 'Tobacco-Free Kids Week'
Thousands of young people will participate in anti-tobacco activities in their schools and community groups February 12-18 in Annapolis.
From the Anne Arundel County Department of Health: The 22nd annual Tobacco-Free Kids (TFK) Week, which rallies children and teens across Anne Arundel County against smoking, is set for February 12-18, 2017. Every year during TFK Week, thousands of young people participate in antitobacco activities in their schools and community groups. Established by the Anne Arundel County Department of Health, TFK Week provides many smoking prevention resources, games and activities.
The TFK Week webpage has tips and activity ideas to help plan a successful TFK Week. School and community groups can register online for free supplies or call the Learn To Live Line at 410-222-7979. The deadline to register and order supplies is January 27, 2017.
Learn To Live encourages county residents to make healthy lifestyle choices that reduce their risk of cancer and other illnesses. For more information on smoking cessation, nutrition, obesity prevention, sun safety and cancer screenings, visit here or call 410-222-7979.
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