Programs and materials are available to health professionals and the public. Ordering information is available for publications and electronic products sold through the Government Printing Office and National Technical Information Service. Specific statistical data collected by the National Center for Health Statistics is also available. NCHS maintains a home page on the Internet via the World Wide Web. Provides information about the health risks of using addictive drugs, including tobacco.
Information is available in various forms, including videos, fact sheets, posters, and pamphlets.
Helps the public and health professionals locate information on tobacco and other topics through identification of resources, an information and referral system, and publications. Uses a database containing descriptions of health-related organizations to refer inquirers to the most appropriate resources. Prepares and distributes publications and directories on health promotion and disease prevention topics. Disseminates public education materials, as well as programmatic and scientific information. Provides information on chemical and physical hazards in the workplace, training courses, publications, and the health hazard evaluation program.