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For older persons, there are two major needs related to tobacco

• Access to smoke-free environments: affects all older persons, especially those with respiratory problems such as emphysema, COPD, etc.
• Access to smoking cessation: directly affects the 10-12% of persons aged 65 and over who smoke, and also indirectly affects their spouses and families

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