By imposing a ban on smoking
in all public arenas, Manchester, England is hoping to decrease smoking related deaths by five lives per day. Current
anti-smoking research indicates that at least 14 people die each day in England from maladies associated with smoking.
Currently smoking is the largest cause of health problems in Britain. It is estimated that approximately one third of
regular smokers die from lung cancer, while many others succumb to heart disease and other health problems. With an
estimated 30,000 people trying to kick the habit when the ban begins, researchers are predicting that eventually the
smoking related deaths will decrease by one third. Dr Peter Elton, of Manchester's Stop Smoking campaign said,
"This could be the most important piece of legislation that this government passes and in time it will be the one
thing they are remembered for. As well as helping people to quit, people will no longer be able to justify passive
smoking."Note: The contents of this blog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or substitute for professional care. For medical emergencies, dial 911!
Manchester, England hoping to decrease smoking related deaths
By imposing a ban on smoking
in all public arenas, Manchester, England is hoping to decrease smoking related deaths by five lives per day. Current
anti-smoking research indicates that at least 14 people die each day in England from maladies associated with smoking.
Currently smoking is the largest cause of health problems in Britain. It is estimated that approximately one third of
regular smokers die from lung cancer, while many others succumb to heart disease and other health problems. With an
estimated 30,000 people trying to kick the habit when the ban begins, researchers are predicting that eventually the
smoking related deaths will decrease by one third. Dr Peter Elton, of Manchester's Stop Smoking campaign said,
"This could be the most important piece of legislation that this government passes and in time it will be the one
thing they are remembered for. As well as helping people to quit, people will no longer be able to justify passive
smoking."
