Smoking and Health in the Americas: A 1992 Report of the Surgeon General, in Collaboration with the Pan American Health OrganizationDIANE Publishing, 1995 - 213 pages Explores the historical, social, economic, and regulatory aspects of smoking in the Western Hemisphere. Defines the current extent of tobacco control activities in the countries of the Americas and stresses the need for regional coordination and cooperation in America1s efforts to create a smoke-free society. Charts, tables and graphs. |
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Page 137 - WARNING: THIS PRODUCT MAY CAUSE MOUTH CANCER WARNING: THIS PRODUCT MAY CAUSE GUM DISEASE AND TOOTH LOSS WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A SAFE ALTERNATIVE TO CIGARETTES...
Page 137 - SURGEON GENERAL'S WARNING: Smoking Causes Lung Cancer, Heart Disease, Emphysema, And May Complicate Pregnancy. SURGEON GENERAL'S WARNING: Quitting Smoking Now Greatly Reduces Serious Risks to Your Health. SURGEON GENERAL'S WARNING: Smoking By Pregnant Women May Result in Fetal Injury, Premature Birth, And Low Birth Weight.
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