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WEEDLESS WEDNESDAY TO BE OBSERVED JAN. 18

Released on January 11, 1995

Associate Health Minister Lorne Calvert today urged Saskatchewan
residents to use Weedless Wednesday, Jan. 18, as the first day of a
smoke-free life.

"Thousands of Saskatchewan smokers could add years to their lives by
quitting for good on Weedless Wednesday," Calvert said. "This is the
traditional non-smoking day observed during National Non-Smoking Week,
Jan. 16 to 22.

"This year I'd like to pay tribute to all those who have succeeded in
quitting smoking. Quitting smoking is not easy. Ex-smokers have taken
a giant step toward personal wellness, as well as contributing to a
healthier environment for friends and family. They deserve a lot of
credit."

Calvert said that educating people about the health damage caused by
smoking, and supporting those who wish to quit, are important
priorities for government and the community at large.

"We undertook a major advertising campaign aimed toward youth last fall
and will be adding to our education programs in schools in the coming
months."

According to recent Statistics Canada data, 30 per cent of adult
Canadians are smokers.

Calvert said smoking increases the risk of cancer, heart disease and
stroke, among other health effects. It is estimated that 1,400 people
die every year in Saskatchewan of smoking-related illness.

For anyone who decides to kick the habit this Weedless Wednesday,
information on quitting is available from Saskatchewan Health and
health district offices.

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For more information, contact:

Pat Bell
Saskatchewan Health
Regina
Phone: 787-3083

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