12/31/08

Smoking Ban=Fewer Heart Attacks

A smoking ban in Pueblo, Colorado resulted in 41% fewer cases of heart attacks.  Surrounding areas showed no change in incidence of heart attacks (see chart below), leading researchers to believe the workplace smoking ban was directly responsible.  This data makes a strong case for the damage caused by secondhand smoke.

You can read the study at the CDC website.

1 comments:

The Fitness Diva said...

Just dropping by to wish you a Happy New Year!

Health and success to you in 2009!
Fitness Diva

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