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Smokers are urged to quit smoking through education on the dangers of tobacco products, emotional appeals, and sharing of smoking cessation experiences via TV commercials, broadcasts, magazine ads, social media, and multimedia education with the ultimate goal of promoting an anti-smoking climate and creating a smoke-free environment. Public awareness of the hazards of tobacco products is raised through news releases regarding smoking cessation services and press conferences featuring educational videos on tobacco hazards. In addition, the Health Promotion Administration and the health bureaus of every city and county continue to reinforce the implementation, inspections, and education of the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act. Bans have been imposed on tobacco advertising to restrict the exposure of teenagers to tobacco products. Other effective strategies include the creation of smoke-free public areas and workplaces, utilization of community resources, and organization of education programs in schools. Controls of tobacco hazards and e-cigarettes have been implemented and effective persuasion and assistance for smokers in smoking cessation is ensured through smoke-free hospitals, workplaces, campuses, and communities. Smokers are also encouraged to utilize community smoke cessation education and counseling services and the smokers' helpline. The ultimate goal of all these measures is to realize the vision of smoke-free families and a smoke-free environment. 16 ◎ Hsinchu County Tobacco Control Small Reporter School Summer Camp ◎ Keelung City Give Up Smoking for Love Board Game