Can Pediatricians Prevent Children From Smoking?

Side Effects Public Media

Published September 22, 2013 at 11:17 AM EDT

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We all know that smoking is one of the worst things you can do for your health, but did you know that pediatricians may play a key role in preventing kids from picking up the habit?

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