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National Center for Tobacco-Free Kids

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The National Center for Tobacco-Free Kids, also known as the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, is an independent, nonpartisan, inclusive organization that works to prevent tobacco use by children and youth. Based in Washington, D.C., it is part of a broad movement to reduce the influence of the tobacco industry and to eradicate tobacco-caused disease. The center works in partnership with the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, American Medical Association, American Academy of Pedi

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