ung cancer is the leading cause of death in African American males (20). During the period 1973-1991, there were small declines in lung cancer incidence and mortality rates among some African-American men and women. However, since then overall cancer mortality and incidence rates have increased among African Americans.		Fox Chase Cancer Center Pathways to Freedom: Winning the fight against tobacco Unknown Men and Women Booklet includes statistics, charts, and illustrations on the prevalence of smoking among African-Americans, gives tips on how to quit, and shows how to start lung education programs in your community.
State of New York Department Of Health Are You A Winner or a Loser? 1994 Men and Women Pamphlet tells you when the best time is to quit smoking. It also tells you what smoking does to your lungs and the rest of your body.		MEE Productions MEE Anti-Smoking , PSA 1993 Men and Women The brochure discusses the stereotypes and myths concerning African Americans and lung cancer.

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