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Rimer's contributions to tobacco control

Rimer has significantly advanced tobacco control through her research on public health communication. She has studied how to effectively influence people's behavior regarding smoking, focusing on strategies that encourage cessation and prevention. Her work emphasizes the importance of tailoring messages to different audiences, understanding the psychological aspects of addiction, and promoting policies that support quitting. By developing effective health campaigns and interventions, Rimer has helped shape tobacco control efforts, making them more impactful in reducing smoking rates and improving public health overall.