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Statement from CDC Director Tom Frieden on the passing of Rosemary V. Hernandez, former Tips From Former Smokers ad participant - Media Statement

January 9, 2015

We are deeply saddened by the passing of our friend Rosemary V. Hernandez, known to many as Rose. When smoking gave her lung cancer, she gave her story to millions, moving many to quit smoking or to never start.

Original Source: https://tools.cdc.gov/api/embed/downloader/download.asp?m=132608&c=308301