HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2002-01-30, Page 24- Over 45,000 Canadians die each year
from smoking.
That's more than 45,000 reasons to get tough on tobacco.
45,000 Canadians. That's five times the number of people
who die from car accidents, murder, suicides and alcohol
abuse combined.
What's even more tragic is every tobacco-related sickness and
death could have been prevented. Smoking is Canada's #1
preventable health problem.
Over 45,000 deaths a year
is unacceptable. It has to stop.
The Government of Canada is taking strong action to
address Canada's #1 preventable public health problem.
Over the next five years, we will invest $530 million to
reduce smoking in Canada.
Health Canada has a simple, three-part plan:
• Keep young Canadians from starting
• Help more smokers quit
• Raise awareness of the dangers of second-hand smoke
Our plan goes beyond just providing information. It offers
real solutions. For real results. And whether you smoke or
not, you can be part of the solution.
To find out more, contact:
1 800 0-Canada (1 800 622-6232)
TTY/TDD: 1 800 465-7735
www.gosmokefree.ca
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