The smoking of traditional cigarettes has long since been revealed to be hazardous to the health of smokers and those around them breathing in all of the chemicals second-hand. That's why an increasing number of smokers are turning to the e cig and states like Ohio have passed laws to protect non-smokers from smoke. In May of 2007 the state enacted the Smoke-Free Workplace Act (SFWA).
While the act was designed to protect individuals from the health problems that are most commonly associated with the habit (lung cancer, throat cancer, gum cancer, etc.), research has shown that it has also cut down on heart-related health issues. A study that was conducted has shown that trips to the hospital in the state from 2005 – 2010 that were in relation to chest pains and hear issues dropped off a precipitous 26%. Of course, it is too early to attribute the entirety of that number to the SFWA, but there is clearly a correlation there. It is hoped that the data will help inspire some to quit or to make the switch to the smokeless e cigarette.
"For nearly as long as public health has been in existence, it has warned of the dangers of smoking," said Ross County's Health Commissioner Timothy Angel. "While these are only initial findings and more studies will likely follow, it's safe to say that this is just more proof that tobacco use is closely linked to not only cancer, but also to heart problems and heart disease."
"While smokers are probably at the greatest risk, more and more we're recognizing that secondhand smoke is at least as dangerous to those being exposed," Angel continued. "When smoking is allowed in a public place or in a work place, people who frequent those establishments, and those who are employed there, are exposed and in danger." Those who don't want to kick the habit completely but no longer wish to harm those around them should check out the aforementioned smoke-free e cig.
Every bit as disturbing as the heart disease connection is the data related to who is doing most of the smoking. Everyone knows how expensive traditional cigarettes are, and yet, 43 percent of those earning less than $15,000 annually smoke, while a mere 11 percent of those making more than $75,000 partake in the habit. Similarly, 41% of high school dropouts light up compared to less than nine percent of those with a college degree.
Individuals who have the least amount of money to spend on smoking are therefore the ones doing so the most. Think about all of the things you would rather spend your money on the next time you go to buy a pack.
While the act was designed to protect individuals from the health problems that are most commonly associated with the habit (lung cancer, throat cancer, gum cancer, etc.), research has shown that it has also cut down on heart-related health issues. A study that was conducted has shown that trips to the hospital in the state from 2005 – 2010 that were in relation to chest pains and hear issues dropped off a precipitous 26%. Of course, it is too early to attribute the entirety of that number to the SFWA, but there is clearly a correlation there. It is hoped that the data will help inspire some to quit or to make the switch to the smokeless e cigarette.
"For nearly as long as public health has been in existence, it has warned of the dangers of smoking," said Ross County's Health Commissioner Timothy Angel. "While these are only initial findings and more studies will likely follow, it's safe to say that this is just more proof that tobacco use is closely linked to not only cancer, but also to heart problems and heart disease."
"While smokers are probably at the greatest risk, more and more we're recognizing that secondhand smoke is at least as dangerous to those being exposed," Angel continued. "When smoking is allowed in a public place or in a work place, people who frequent those establishments, and those who are employed there, are exposed and in danger." Those who don't want to kick the habit completely but no longer wish to harm those around them should check out the aforementioned smoke-free e cig.
Every bit as disturbing as the heart disease connection is the data related to who is doing most of the smoking. Everyone knows how expensive traditional cigarettes are, and yet, 43 percent of those earning less than $15,000 annually smoke, while a mere 11 percent of those making more than $75,000 partake in the habit. Similarly, 41% of high school dropouts light up compared to less than nine percent of those with a college degree.
Individuals who have the least amount of money to spend on smoking are therefore the ones doing so the most. Think about all of the things you would rather spend your money on the next time you go to buy a pack.
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