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IASLC Statement on Philip Morris’ New Manifesto Highlights the Importance of Tobacco Control

February 3, 2017

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On February 1, 2017, the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) issued the following statement: “According to its own public reports, in 2016 Phillip Morris manufactured 800 billion...

What’s next in 2017

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December 22, 2016

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As the year comes to a close, we would like to take the time to thank all of our donors and allies for your ongoing support, 2017 will be very special, as it marks our 50th year as an organization. In honor ...

Tobacco Free Generation

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April 9, 2015

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In Tasmania, Australia last week, a bill was introduced to the Legislative Council that would create a “Tobacco Free Generation.” You can read the draft text of the bill here>. The phrase tobacco free g...

We’re Almost There!

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April 1, 2015

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In the past two and half years, ASH has been working to ensure that tobacco control is included in the new UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These goals are being created to set countries’ development ag...

U.S. breaks its promise on protecting tobacco control, AGAIN

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July 19, 2013

U.S. Health Groups to USTR: Protect Tobacco Control Measures Under Trans-Pacific Partnership Trade Agreement

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June 27, 2013

WNTD: The Nightmare Epidemic Created by Tobacco Marketing

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May 31, 2013

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Tobacco is a Deadly Product - Tobacco kills up to half of its users. - Tobacco kills nearly 6 million people each year, of whom more than 5 million are from direct tobacco use and more tha...

Tobacco Companies Are Not Public Health Stakeholders, Experts Conclude

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May 31, 2013

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When assessing information presented by the tobacco industry, the US regulator, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and regulatory bodies in other countries, should be aware that they are dealing with compan...

Ireland: a Hero of Tobacco Control

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May 30, 2013

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Ireland set to become 2nd country in the world to introduce plain pack cigarettes “It is with great pleasure that I announce, ahead of World No Tobacco Day on Friday, that I have received Government ...

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