Should There Be a Ban on Smoking?
October 26, 2009
Should There Be A Ban On Public Smoking? In the early 1990’s, people finally realized that the habit that had been crazed about throughout history is seriously bad on their health. This horrible habit is smoking. Smoking causes a huge amount of damage to one’s body, as well as affecting other people. Bans on smoking should be placed in effect in all states of the United States.
Already in several different states, representatives have attempted to pass a law banning smoking in all public places. This is a wonderful idea that could solve many issues people have with their health. There are so many harmful results of smoking, but the most deadly is lung cancer. Less harmful issues include asthma, respiratory problems, heart problems, ugly stained teeth, bad breath, and constantly smelling like cigarette smoke.
Results of smoking not only affect the smoker, but they also affect non-smokers who live or work with smokers. Secondhand smoke is a leading cause in lung cancer among non-smokers. In public places such as restaurants or workplaces that allow smoking, non-smokers are exposed to a very large amount of smoke toxins. Many people argue that inside smoking is acceptable as long as there are smoking and non-smoking sections. In my opinion, having a smoking section inside a restaurant is like having a peeing section in a pool; it doesn’t prevent the non-smokers from inhaling cigarette smoke.
The many people who want a ban on smoking should call or mail their state representative so that bans can be passed. I believe that if smoking outside of private property should be completely banned under penalty of fines. Cigarette smoke causes health problems for those who aren’t even participating in said habit. Non-smokers should not have to pay a price on their health just because someone they are around has a nasty habit.
Should There Be A Ban On Public Smoking? In the early 1990’s, people finally realized that the habit that had been crazed about throughout history is seriously bad on their health. This horrible habit is smoking. Smoking causes a huge amount of damage to one’s body, as well as affecting other people. Bans on smoking should be placed in effect in all states of the United States.
Already in several different states, representatives have attempted to pass a law banning smoking in all public places. This is a wonderful idea that could solve many issues people have with their health. There are so many harmful results of smoking, but the most deadly is lung cancer. Less harmful issues include asthma, respiratory problems, heart problems, ugly stained teeth, bad breath, and constantly smelling like cigarette smoke.
Results of smoking not only affect the smoker, but they also affect non-smokers who live or work with smokers. Secondhand smoke is a leading cause in lung cancer among non-smokers. In public places such as restaurants or workplaces that allow smoking, non-smokers are exposed to a very large amount of smoke toxins. Many people argue that inside smoking is acceptable as long as there are smoking and non-smoking sections. In my opinion, having a smoking section inside a restaurant is like having a peeing section in a pool; it doesn’t prevent the non-smokers from inhaling cigarette smoke.
The many people who want a ban on smoking should call or mail their state representative so that bans can be passed. I believe that if smoking outside of private property should be completely banned under penalty of fines. Cigarette smoke causes health problems for those who aren’t even participating in said habit. Non-smokers should not have to pay a price on their health just because someone they are around has a nasty habit.