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As part of his 50 Schools in 50 States Initiative, Surgeon General Richard Carmona talks to students at Jemez Valley Elementary/Middle School. Dr. Carmona spoke with the children about making healthy decisions. Jemez Pueblo, New Mexico, January 2004.

Surgeon General News

• October 14, 2004
  By 2020, One In Two Americans Over Age 50 Will Be At Risk For Fractures From Osteoporosis Or Low Bone Mass
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• May 27, 2004
  New Surgeon General's Report Expands List of Diseases Caused by Smoking
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• April 8, 2004
  New Evidence Report Illustrates Links Between Health Literacy and Health Care Use and Outcomes
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• March 16, 2004
  HHS Names Members to Task Force on Drug Importation
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