Call for Citizens to Report Tobacco Advertising in Ukraine

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Nov.15.2023
Call for Citizens to Report Tobacco Advertising in Ukraine
The Consumer Rights Protection Department in Kharkiv, Ukraine, urges citizens to report tobacco and e-cigarette advertisements for public health protection.

According to Ukrainian media outlet Kharkov Commentary on November 14th, the consumer rights protection department of Kharkiv, Ukraine, recently issued a statement calling on citizens to promptly take photos and report any advertisements or promotional activities related to tobacco products, heated tobacco devices, and e-cigarettes.

 

The department claims that this action is being taken to safeguard public health by reducing the incidence of smoking-related illnesses.

 

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