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Burgas municipality marks World No Tobacco Day

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World No Tobacco Day was first marked on 31 May, 1988, on the initiative of the World Health Organization. The aim – to raise awareness on the harmful and deadly effects of smoking and todiscourage the use of tobacco in any form.

Burgas municipality is organizing a special event entitled: Live healthy, think positive! The event involves giving out leaflets, as well as a video addressed to children and young people from the city with a message for a healthier, tobacco-free environment.




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