The prevention of tobacco‐related disease
- 1 November 1994
- Vol. 89 (11) , 1505-1509
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1360-0443.1994.tb03750.x
Abstract
The key components of a strategy to prevent tobacco–related disease are outlined. These measures aim to increase the cessation of tobacco use and reduce its uptake. Components are wide–ranging, including a taxation policy, a ban on advertising and promotion, a comprehensive health promotion programme including advice from primary health care professionals and the development of campaigning skills, particularly by the medical profession. The prevention of tobacco–related disease has moved into the domain of campaigners and lobbyists at political, economic and international levels. The key target is countering the activities, especially the unethical trade practices, of the wealthy and powerful tobacco industry.Keywords
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