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New education campaign to increase awareness about protecting kids from second-hand smoke in cars
Jump to full article: Canada Newswire (CNW) (ca), 2008-04-13
Author: ONTARIO MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Intro: The Ontario Medical Association (OMA) and the
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario are launching an awareness campaign to
get the public to realize how smoking in cars with children damages their
health. A series of radio and print ads encouraging parents to butt out while
driving with kids begins tomorrow.
"Doctors are pleased to see the great government leadership and public
support on this issue," said Dr. Willett, President of the Ontario Medical
Association. "But this campaign is aimed at those who still don't understand
that if you smoke in the car with your children, it's just like they're
smoking too."
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