Is there public support for a smoke-free ordinance?
In our county there are over 77% of adults who are non-smokers. This is the overwhelming majority of citizens in our county. In addition, more than 600 people have signed on as supporting a strong ordinance for smoke-free public places and workplaces. Organizations endorsing a strong smoke-free ordinance include: Westminster College Callaway County Health Department YMCA of Callaway County Fulton State Hospital Callaway Community Hospital References: Adopted from Cole County Coalition Frequently asked questions. [1]The Health Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke: A Report of the Surgeon General, U.S. Dept of Health & Human Services, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, 2006 2 Sargent, Richard P., M.D., et.al, “Reduced incidence of admissions for myocardial infarction associated with public smoking ban: before and after study”, British Medical Journal, April 5, 2004. 3 Bartecchi, Carl, M.D., et.al., “Reduction in the Incidence of Acute Myocardial Infarction Associa
