TY - JOUR T1 - Reducing tobacco consumption: public policy alternatives for Canada JF - Canadian Medical Association Journal JO - CMAJ SP - 419 LP - 423 VL - 138 IS - 5 AU - B. G. Frankel Y1 - 1988/03/01 UR - http://www.cmaj.ca/content/138/5/419.abstract N2 - The costs of smoking are extensive, not only in fiscal terms but also in terms of human suffering. A review of several major public policies reveals that concerted efforts by all levels of government and by the public can have an effect on the rate of consumption of tobacco. Specifically, increases in price through taxation, anti-smoking messages, restrictions on smoking behaviour and increased public pressure are effective in reducing smoking. Serious joint efforts in the area of public policy should be pursued to control the effects of this hazardous practice in Canada. ER -