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'It should be emphasised that the mental and physical well-being of our future generations must always be a priority.' - Academy of Medicine of Malaysia

THE Academy of Medicine of Malaysia strongly supports the proposal made by our Health Minister to enact a contentious legislation, the Tobacco and Smoking Control Bill, which advocates for a smoke-free population in the coming years.

The initial proposal was approved by the Cabinet on July 13, 2022, targeting those who were born in 2005.

 

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