Tobacco News

Home » Posts tagged 'no tobacco day'

Korea Celebrates No Tobacco Day

June 1st, 2010 Posted in Smoking ban Tags:

no tobacco dayMay 31st is World No Tobacco Day, an annual event designated by the World Health Organization to educate people of the health risks associated with nicotine.Korea’s health ministry and 200 other civil participants gathered at the Korea Press Center in Seoul to celebrate the day and to act against smoking.Some of the nation’s favorite celebrities were also invited to persuade the growing number of smoking teenagers to just say no to tobacco. Read more

To tobacco day is a perfect opportunity to give up smoking

May 18th, 2010 Posted in Tobacco control Tags:

World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is celebrated worldwide every year on May 31st. Sponsored by WHO (World Health Organization), the public is asked to acknowledge the harmful effects caused by tobacco. Supporters pledge to take a stand against the deceitful marketing practices of tobacco companies that target young people all over the world. World No Tobacco Day is the perfect time to stop smoking. Set an example for teens and youth by setting a goal for a healthier lifestyle. Read more