Our AHS YAHL group, which stands for Youth Action for Health Leadership, will be hosting a “Take Down Tobacco” pledge day in the month of April. When I asked Mrs. Hansen, the YAHL advisor, what Take Down Tobacco would entail, she shared that “YAHL members will go around and have any students who are 18 and older take a pledge saying that they’re either going to abstain from tobacco use or stop using tobacco products.” Those who wish to participate will sign a pledge card and can take a picture with it.

“It’s about being ready to make a change,” shared Hansen, “It’s going to be a fun event. We’ve got some stickers and stuff to hand out. It’s just an important message.”

Check out this infographic from the American Heart Association to learn more about the dangers of tobacco. Keep an eye out for Take Down Tobacco Day and make the pledge!