Monday, June 01, 2009

A history of tobacco regulation - Los Angeles Times

A history of tobacco regulation - Los Angeles Times:
"A history of tobacco regulation: Major events in the federal government's history with cigarette makers. May 30, 2009

Tobacco regulation
1964: The surgeon general issues a landmark report linking smoking to lung cancer.

1965: Warning labels are mandated on cigarette packs stating, 'Caution: Cigarette smoking may be hazardous to your health.'

1969: Cigarette advertising is banned on TV and radio......"

2 comments:

No Tobacco said...

Quitting smoking is the MOST important decision you'll ever make in your life, for you and your loved ones. It is better to start Now, because the longer you stay on it, the more damage it will do to your body.

FinanceProfessor said...

1000% agree! Don't start. If you did, stop now.