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The Smoking Paradox: History and Health
This chapter examines the historical belief in smoking as a healthy habit, underscored by ironic endorsements from doctors in vintage advertising. It focuses on pivotal moments in public health advocacy, especially following Luther Terry's announcement in 1964 that linked smoking to severe health issues, amidst a backdrop of corporate resistance. The narrative unfolds the decline of smoking rates over decades due to regulations and awareness efforts, while highlighting ongoing public health challenges related to tobacco use.
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