In an accompanying comment, Matthew Steliga and Carolyn Drewsler observe that although in most places more men than women are smokers, more men than women quit smoking and "in some societies the number of female smokers is rising." Further, they note, "the tobacco industry views women as its growth market." They conclude that "targeting of both sexes is imperative for smoking prevention and cessation on a global, national, and individual basis." Here is the press release from the Lancet: The increased risk of developing coronary heart disease conferred by smoking is 25% higher for women compared with men An Article published Online First by The Lancet shows that the increased risk of developing coronary heart disease conferred by smoking is 25% higher for women compared with men
In June 2007, smoking in any and all enclosed public space was banned, this included pubs, bars and restaurants, and this was all a consequence of the 2006 Health Act
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Who are we, typing away on our company-mandated laptops, to judge how a 28-year-old, multi-millionaire professional athlete treats her body
What happens if you paint over smoke-stained walls
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