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News — More than 10% of high school students in the U.S. smoke or use other tobacco products — with most using e-cigarettes, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s .
Nov. 21, or the third Thursday of each November, marks the , an initiative started by the American Cancer Society to encourage people to quit smoking to reduce the risk of cancer and take a major step toward living healthier lives.
To mark the observance, pediatric pulmonologist is available for interviews on the following topics related to teen and adolescent smoking:
- How to talk to your child about e-cigarettes and smoking, and other prevention tips
- How to encourage teens and adolescents to stop using e-cigarettes or smoking
- Health risks associated with e-cigarettes and smoking early in life
To schedule an interview, please contact Kim Polyniak, communications manager, at 443-510-5807 or [email protected].