Debi Austin on Tobacco

Debi Austin started smoking at the age of 13. She continued to smoke through a stoma in her throat even after being diagnosed with cancer and having her larynx removed at the age of 42. But, Debi fought back. She starred in an iconic television ad for the California Tobacco Control Program, quit smoking and has made anti-tobacco education not only her mission in life, but her passion. View the touching documentary to learn more about Debi, who passed away in February 2013 after courageously battling multiple tobacco-related cancers for over 20 years. For more information, visit www.TobaccoFreeCA.com.
The California Tobacco Control Program is a part of the California Department of Public Health.