Graphic warnings on cigarette packages and the banning of smoking in public places have failed to reduce the incidence of cigarette smoking.

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The statement is not entirely accurate. While it is true that graphic warnings and smoking bans may not completely eliminate cigarette smoking, studies have shown that they have contributed to reducing smoking rates in many countries. For example, a study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that graphic warnings were associated with increased quit attempts and reduced smoking prevalence. Similarly, numerous studies have shown that smoking bans in public places have led to decreased exposure to secondhand smoke and decreased smoking rates among both adults and youth.

Graphic Warnings on Cigarette Packages and the Banning of Smoking