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[Uae] LETTER: Smoking bans must be enforced

I think it's time the authorities got serious about ensuring public areas such as malls and restaurants are smoke-free. It's ridiculous that those of us who are non-smokers are subjected to dangerous second-hand smoke if we choose to go for a meal somew
The National Newspaper (ae)
added Jun 3, 2013 15:30
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[Uae] Three-year drive against tobacco use launched

the Ministry of Health launched a three-year campaign that will empower youth, the most vulnerable section of the society, against the habit. The campaign presents Shaikh Majid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Arts and Culture Au
Khaleej Times (ae)
added May 31, 2013 00:21
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[Uae] 600,000 people die each year from passive smoking

The dangers of second-hand smoke to babies, pregnant women and those under 18 are being highlighted to mark World No Tobacco Day today.
The National Newspaper (ae)
added May 30, 2013 17:46
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[Uae] 600,000 people die each year from passive smoking

The dangers of second-hand smoke to babies, pregnant women and those under 18 are being highlighted to mark World No Tobacco Day today.
The National Newspaper (ae)
added May 30, 2013 17:46
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[Uae] War on tobacco

the Ministry of Health launched a three-year campaign that will empower youth, the most vulnerable section of the society, against the habit. The campaign presents Shaikh Majid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Arts and Culture Au
Khaleej Times (ae)
added May 30, 2013 17:31
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[Asia, Uae] MoH launches 3-year anti-smoking campaign

In a crackdown on cigarette smoking amongst UAE's youth, the Ministry of Health has rolled out a three-year campaign to butt out this bad habit with the 'Be Smart, Don't Start' initiative to coincide with World No Tobacco Day on May 31.
Emirates 24|7 (ae)
added May 30, 2013 17:22
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[Asia] UAE's anti-smoking campaigner defends move to raise cost of cigarettes

The UAE'S leading anti-smoking campaigner, Dr Wedad Al Maidoor, has dismissed claims that a 100 per cent increase in tobacco tax would do little to encourage smokers to kick the habit.
7 Days (ae)
added May 26, 2013 01:21
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[Mid-east, Saudi Arabia, Uae] New GCC tobacco tax could fuel growth of illicit trade

The dilemma facing GCC finance ministers as they deliberate over a 100 percent increase in duty on tobacco products is underlined by a White Paper published yesterday which spotlights growth in illicit trade, beyond the control of police and customs auth
Arab News (sa)
added May 23, 2013 13:42
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[Mid-east, Uae] Tax hike may not deter smokers

Khaleej Times (ae)
added May 22, 2013 16:34
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[Mid-east, Uae] New GCC Tobacco Tax Could Fuel Illicit Trade

the White Paper finds no evidence that a one-step, 100% overnight increase in duty on tobacco products will significantly affect consumption levels or smoking propensity. It highlights concern that a sharp increase in cigarette prices will fuel the growth
Emirates News Agency (WAM) (ae)
added May 22, 2013 08:54
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