What: The American Lung Association will release the results of its annual State of Tobacco Control report during an embargoed webinar/teleconference scheduled for 1:00 PM (EST), Monday, January 12, 2009. During the press conference, the Lung Association's report card, which grades the strength of each state and the federal government's laws to protect citizens from tobacco caused illness, will be revealed.
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WHO:
Chuck D. Connor, American Lung Association President and CEO
Paul G. Billings, American Lung Association Vice President National Policy & Advocacy
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WHEN: Monday, January 12, 2009 at 1:00 - 2:00 PM (EST)
EMBARGO: Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at 3:00 AM (EST)--for publication in Tuesday publications
RSVP: Pre-registration is required. To obtain access information, please contact Heather Grzelka at [email protected]
About the American Lung Association Now in its second century, the American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. With your generous support, the American Lung Association is "Fighting for Air" through research, education and advocacy. For more information about the American Lung Association, a Charity Navigator Four Star Charity and holder of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Guide Seal, or to support the work it does, call 1-800-LUNG-USA (1-800-586-4872) or visit www.lungusa.org.
CONTACT: Heather Grzelka of American Lung Association, +1-202-715-3450, [email protected]
/PRNewswire-USNewswire - Jan. 8/
SOURCE American Lung Association
