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July 9, 1990 OFFICE OF CATHOLIC EDUCA.Ti(ON DIOCESE OF TRENTON; 1018 WHITEHEAO ROAm: EXTENSION TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08638 PHONE: (609) 771-0141 William E. Parkin, DVM, DrPH Assistant Conmissioner Division of Epidemiology and Disease Control State Department of Health CN 360 Trenton, New Jersey 08624-0360 Dear Dr. Parkin: The need for Project ASSIST is crucial on all levels. Smoking is so habit forming: Adults provide young people with example and license. Parents are the main educators of their children. They must learn as well as the youngsters. Drugs and alcohol are receiving the attention they deserve, and the education is proving effective. The dangers of tobacco are not realized nor have the educative efforts been effective up to this point. Part of the reason for this has been the ability of the tobacco industry to override any projects undertaken thus far. The 73 Catholic elementary and secondary schools will support Project ASSIST; and we feel confident that such a strong coalition in New Jersey, teaming the Department of Health and the New Jersey Division of the American Cancer Society will be effective. Not only our children but our adults as well need; persuasive education on tobacco control. Very truly yours, ~ . I ~ - • i _ , / ; Sister Loretta Hogan Associate Superintendent of Secondary Schools ~ a ~