Canada's War on Tobacco Turns 50

Published July 3, 2013

Canada's war on tobacco turns 50

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1988, US Surgeon General concludes that the pharmacologic and behavioural processes that determine tobacco addiction are similar to those that determine heroin and cocaine addiction. 1988, WHO organizes first World No Tobacco Day. This day has …
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Study shows Gambling Helpline works

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"Although New Zealand has one of the lowest problem gambling rates (0.3%) in the world, we know this addiction can have serious consequences for those affected," he says. "Unfortunately some people think that reducing the number of pokie machines in …
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The Partnership at Drugfree.org and DDB New York Team Up on "Damaged …

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So is our help." The ads direct audiences to drugfree.org for resources and information that can help parents intervene early in their teens' drug use. Early intervention can help prevent kids from having problems with drugs and alcohol down the line …
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