Asian Pacific Islanders Partners and Advocates Countering Tobacco

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Asian Pacific Islanders Partners and Advocates Countering Tobacco A program of the .co - Building momentum with AANHPI communities in Clovis and Livingston towards ending the to***co epidemic.

10/14/2026

✨ Honoring the past. Celebrating the present. Inspiring the future.
 
This Filipino American History Month, we recognize the contributions of Filipino Americans who have helped shape our communities and strengthen the Central Valley.
 
From advocating for farmworkers to preserving community stories, their legacy reminds us of the power of leadership, resilience, and cultural pride.
 
📖 Read more about these inspiring individuals in the sources below.
 

 
San Francisco State University, Department of History. (n.d.). Dawn Bohulano Mabalon. https://history.sfsu.edu/people/dawn-bohulano-mabalon
 
National Park Service. (n.d.). Larry Itliong. U.S. Department of the Interior. https://www.nps.gov/people/larry-itliong.htm

Did you know that some disposable vapes can release harmful metals into the air you breathe?A 2025 study from UC Davis f...
10/09/2026

Did you know that some disposable vapes can release harmful metals into the air you breathe?

A 2025 study from UC Davis found that certain disposable vapes released increasing amounts of toxic metals, including lead, nickel, and antimony as they were used. Here’s what researchers found:

⚠️ V**e devices contain metal parts that can break down over time. As these parts heat up and cool down, metals can enter the aerosol (the cloud you inhale when va**ng).
⚠️ Some metal levels increased by up to 1,000x over the life of the devices tested.
⚠️ Breathing in toxic metals can harm your health, affecting your lungs, brain, heart, and other parts of your body.

Many disposable vapes are also not authorized for sale by the FDA and are made with cheap metal alloys to keep costs down.

🌱It is never too late to take the step towards a healthier future. You don’t have to do it alone! Find judgement-free support here🫶❤️‍🩹

📞Asian Smoker’s Quitline
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-9:00 PM PST
Chinese: 1-800-838-8917, Korean 1-800-556-5564, Vietnamese: 1-800-778-8440

🧡Kick It California, kickitca.org, call 800-300-8086, or text 66819
Kick It California offers a range of services, from one-on-one Quit Coaching to text programs to self-help materials.

📚 Source: Salazar, M. R., et al. (2025). Elevated Toxic Element Emissions from Popular Disposable E-Cigarettes: Sources, Life Cycle, and Health Risks. ACS Central Science, 11(8), 1345–1354.
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The dangers of to***co smoke don’t end when a cigarette is put out. Secondhand smoke impacts nearby individuals, while t...
09/11/2026

The dangers of to***co smoke don’t end when a cigarette is put out. Secondhand smoke impacts nearby individuals, while thirdhand smoke can remain on surfaces for weeks, months and even years. Let’s work together to keep our homes, cars, and community spaces smoke-free for everyone. ✨🚭

If you would like help quitting today here are some outlines to guide you and support you through it! 🥰

Asian Smoker’s Quitline
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-9:00 PM PST
Chinese: 1-800-838-8917, Korean 1-800-556-5564, Vietnamese: 1-800-778-8440

Kick It California, kickitca.org, call 800-300-8086, or text 66819
Kick It California offers a range of services, from one-on-one Quit Coaching to text programs to self-help materials.

Meet Sisi Li, API PACT’s new Community Engagement Coordinator for the city of Clovis! Sisi has grown up in Clovis and co...
09/08/2026

Meet Sisi Li, API PACT’s new Community Engagement Coordinator for the city of Clovis! Sisi has grown up in Clovis and considers the San Joaquin Valley her home. She is a 2022 graduate from University of California Los Angeles and has a Bachelor’s in Biology with a minor in Asian American Studies. Sisi is deeply passionate about community-centered care and health equity. She brings a strong background in health advocacy as a mobile clinic caseworker and as a first-responder EMT serving Fresno and Kings County. She is excited to apply these experiences to empower her community and advocate for the well-being of her neighbors in this role.

No judgment. No pressure. Just support.If va**ng has become more than “just a habit,” help is available. Talking to some...
08/19/2026

No judgment. No pressure. Just support.

If va**ng has become more than “just a habit,” help is available. Talking to someone, making a plan, and finding the right resources can make quitting easier than doing it alone.

📞Asian Smoker’s Quitline
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-9:00 PM PST
Chinese: 1-800-838-8917, Korean 1-800-556-5564, Vietnamese: 1-800-778-8440

🧡 Kick It California, kickitca.org,
call 800-300-8086, or text 66819
Kick It California offers a range of services, from one-on-one Quit Coaching to text programs to self-help materials.

Your next chapter doesn’t have to include va**ng.

08/17/2026

Self-care isn’t always spa days and face masks. Sometimes it’s choosing habits that protect your peace, your health, and your future. 🌿✨ One small choice at a time.

06/17/2026

You are invited to this year's Youth Summit with Stop the Hate!

This is an impactful one-day event for young people to foster leadership skills and create collective change grounded in love and unity. We would love for you to join us on this day and to share with youth in the community as well!

The event will take place on Saturday, June 20th 2026 from 10 am -2 pm at The Fresno Center.

To sign up, scan the QR code.

During Pride Month, we celebrate LGBTQ+ communities and uplift their stories. It is also a time to recognize ongoing hea...
06/03/2026

During Pride Month, we celebrate LGBTQ+ communities and uplift their stories. It is also a time to recognize ongoing health inequities. LGBTQ+ communities in the U.S. face significantly higher smoking rates than heterosexual adults, driven in part by decades of targeted to***co marketing that has contributed to ongoing health disparities.

And while AANHPI communities are often grouped together, the reality is more complex. Overall rates may appear lower, but some groups, especially Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders, experience much higher smoking rates. These disparities are not accidental. Targeted to***co advertising and outreach have played a role here too.

The takeaway? One size fits all data hides real stories. When we break it down, we see where support, resources, and prevention efforts are truly needed.

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PO BOX 25609
Fresno, CA
93729

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+15592216315

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