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New Orleans Bans Smoking in All Public Places

26Jan by Jenny Novac

After making some modifications, last week  the city of New Orleans finally passed a smoking ban which prohibits lighting up in casinos, bars, private clubs and even in cars. The ban is applied to tobacco products and e-cigarettes. The ordinance also includes parks, recreational areas, theaters, business establishment,  sports facilities  and a host of other places.  People caught smoking in … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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No Smoking in Bars in New Orleans

23Jul by Jenny Novac

In New Orleans, Louisiana, was inaugurated Smoke-Free Week starting from this Monday and lasting till Friday. The Smoke-Free Week aims to increase awarness about negative effects of secondhand smoke exposure. Most exposed to tobacco smoke are bar workers. According to Healthier For All, who sponsors Smoke-Free Week, around hundred bars in  New Orleans became smoke-free in recent years. However, many … Continue reading →

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