Cigarette packaging and advertising will have a new, less attractive look starting in fall 2010. The graphic warning labels, which were released on Tuesday, are a part of a campaign by the Food and Drug Administration that aims to convey the dangers of tobacco, which is responsible for about 443,000 deaths and nearly $200 billion in medical care and lost productivity in the U.S. every year.
This measure is aimed at making sure that every American understands the dangers of smoking. Most smokers (about 9 out of 10) started smoking before the age of 18. While the Tobacco Industry dubbs their products as a legal products "for adults only," most of their consumers start as kids. These warning labels, which have been shown to be effective in reducing smoking rates in youth and adults are another step foward in health.
For more information about the new warning labels read this MSNBC article or check out the FDA Tobacco website.
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