E-cigarettes: Facts and Myths – A Safer Alternative or Another Dangerous Habit?
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Video, 2016
A 16-minute video about the facts and health & safety risks of electronic cigarettes. This video includes a disc with a summary and quiz you can download. The information is presented in clear language and is suitable for grade seven to adult.
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