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The Lung Cancer Mortality Reduction Act of 2009 is a bill that aims to establish a comprehensive interagency response to reduce lung cancer mortality in a timely manner.

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At a recent forum meeting, Tracey Hyams discussed strategies for helping to push the new lung cancer legislation through. Below are 5 documents to help you:
Massachusetts Lung Cancer Statistics
Talking Points on the federal Lung Cancer Mortality Reduction Act
Draft Letter to Legislator Regarding the Act
Guidelines for a Personal Visit with a Legislator
Proper Forms of Address and Salutation


Media Coverage of Lung Cancer is Increasing - and Increasingly Negative, News Report Shows
October 28, 2008
A New Cigarette Hazard: ‘Third-Hand Smoke’
January 2, 2009
Turning Active After Smoking
June 26, 2009
Non-Smokers Suffer Lung Cancer Stigma
June 29, 2009
Why Else Quit Smoking
July 3, 2009
Quitting Social Smoking
July 23, 2009


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