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Pathways to Freedom: Winning the Fight Against Tobacco										Related Pages
										Pathways to Freedom: Winning the Fight Against Tobacco
Pathways to Freedom:
Winning the Fight Against TobaccoAvailable from the Publications Catalog.
This 2003 edition of *Pathways to Freedom* addresses issues specific to African Americans, such as targeted advertising campaigns and historical, cultural, and socioeconomic influences. It also offers
Proven strategies for anyone who wants to quit
How friends and family can help
How the community and its leaders can promote the value of gaining freedom from tobaccoDownload booklet[PDF–1.52 MB]
*Pathways to Freedom* was produced in partnership with key segments of the African-American community, including churches, service organizations, and educational institutions.
							
					
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