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Radio interview: Thirdhand Smoke.
Press Release: Martinez and Richmond Vote to Support Secondhand Smoke Protection Laws (PDF) Secondhand Smoke Protections Ordinance - California bans smoking in all vehicles when a minor is present (900k PDF, 1p. factsheet) Information on Tobacco License Suspensions Podcast Heralds Progress Made in Tobacco Prevention New Surgeon General's Report on Secondhand Smoke: Even A Little is Too Much (US Dept of Health)
California Smokers Helpline:
Report smoking in Contra Costa workplaces including bars: Tobacco use remains the leading preventable cause of death in the United States, causing more than 440,000 deaths each year and resulting in an annual cost of more than $75 billion in direct medical costs. Nationally, smoking results in more than 5.6 million years of potential life lost each year. Approximately 80% of adult smokers started smoking before the age of 18. Every day, nearly 4,000 young people under the age of 18 try their first cigarette. Learn more about the health impacts of tobacco use by exploring the options on the left.
Content provided by the Tobacco Prevention Project of Contra Costa Health Services.
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