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Nena Declared May 31, 1997, World No-Tobacco Day

PALIKIR, Pohnpei (FSM Information Service): June 3, 1997 - FSM President Jacob Nena proclaimed May 31, 1997, as World No-Tobacco Day in conjunction with the World Health Organization's 1997 theme, "United for tobacco-free world."

Governments, communities, groups and individuals are encouraged to become aware of the devastating economic and human costs of tobacco use; its health hazards; and take steps to control and prevent tobacco use among young people and encouraging participation in worldwide efforts of attaining "Health for All."