Seabourn Cruises Bans Smoking in Cabins
Seabourn Cruises was the last major holdout in the fight against smoking in cabins, but the cruise line recently announced a company-wide ban. Smoking is now regulated to smoking areas and some terraces. A spokesman for the company said that the policy was revised to reflect trends and to respond to feedback from patrons. One […]
Smoke Drift in the Home and Workplace
ntroduction Smoking in all indoor workplaces and public places has been prohibited across the UK since July 2007 but domestic premises are generally exempt from the smokefree law. The smokefree law has helped to change attitudes towards smoking: around 8 out of 10 people support the legislation, including the majority of people who smoke. Although […]
New York Chefs Say No to E-cigarettes
While electronic cigarettes have seen a tenfold rise in sales over the last year, U.K. Daily Mail reports that many owners of New York’s most exclusive restaurants are not as enthusiastic about the recent trend. Smoking in restaurants has long been banned across the United States, but e-cigarettes present a new set of issues for chefs and […]
Louisiana Counties in Talks to Ban Smoking in Bingo Halls, Bars
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury and the Monroe and West Monroe City councils are considering passing an ordinance to further restrict smoking in recreational venues across the Louisiana parish. The revised anti-smoking law would ban smoking in establishments such as bars, bingo halls, and restaurants, including patios. The reasoning behind the proposed ordinance is to […]
This Has to Be ‘One of the Best Anti-Smoking Ads Ever’
Check out this video developed by the Thai Health Promotion Foundation. It features children who go up to smoking young adults and ask for a light. Watch what happens as the adults try to explain to children why they shouldn’t smoke. This is one of the strongest examples ever of the denial and addiction that come […]
Indianapolis Event Potential Increases After Announcement of Smoking Ban
Organizations seeking venues for events often pass on Indianapolis because of the city’s poor air quality. Indianapolis has allowed smoking in bars, taxis, and hotel rooms for some time, but on June 1, 2012, the city passed a ban on indoor public smoking in these areas to improve air quality for visitors. Not only did […]
Major Cruise Lines Tighten Smoking Regulations
Some of the most popular cruise lines have recently changed their smoking policies to cut down on secondhand smoke. Disney banned smoking on all balconies on November 15th. Other lines have imposed similar rules. Cunard Line, MSC Cruises, P & O Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, and Seabourn have also announced stricter smoking policies for public […]
Many Changes in Cigarette Consumption Since the 1960s, But Still a Way to Go
This month marks the 50th anniversary of the first surgeon general’s announcement linking smoking to lung cancer in men. Smoking was common in the 1960’s, and even lauded for its health benefits. After this report, and years of subsequent research, the public opinion of smoking has changed, but there is still work to be done. […]
How Disability Laws Can Help Tenants Suffering from Drifting Tobacco Smoke | ChangeLab Solutions
If you have a medical condition made worse by secondhand smoke drifting into your apartment, federal and state disability laws might help you address the problem. Depending on the nature of your disability, your landlord may be required to make changes to reduce your exposure. Download the PDF HERE.
Smoke Drift from Neighbours – Tips from the Non-Smokers Movement of Australia
A Typical Question Subject: Tobacco smoke drift in apartment building Dear NSMA, We are currently suffering our neighbours cigarette smoke drifting into our apartment. We have informed our body corporate/strata and requested action but to no avail. What can we do? Any advice? Regards,“Smoked-Out”Sydney Advice about Secondhand Smoke Here is some advice for all home-owners […]