Its mission is to help shape food consumption in a positive way, promoting health and reducing disease among all Alaskans. The Alaska Tobacco Prevention and Control Program seeks to eliminate exposure to environmental tobacco smoke, promote cessation among youth and adults, reduce initiation among youth, and identify and eliminate disparities. ATCA s members are educators, health professionals, government agencies, private businesses, parents, and others who are working together toward a healthier Alaska. The purpose is to provide early detection of health problems and to increase health awareness in all Alaskans. The Alaska Diabetes Prevention and Control Program works to reduce the burden of diabetes in Alaska consistent with national strategies.
Special emphasis is placed on communities and populations at risk for diabetes.