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Luther Terry

Surgeon General of the United States (1911-1985) · United States · On the map · Doctors · Died at 73

Luther Leonidas Terry was an American physician and public health official. He was appointed the ninth Surgeon General of the United States from 1961 to 1965, and is best known for his warnings against the dangers and the impact of tobacco use on health.

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Country
United States
Category
Doctors
Type
Doctor
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1911 to 1985 · aged 73