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[Alabama] Anniston City Council restricts public smoking

After a mixed response from residents and business owners at a public hearing Tuesday, the Anniston City Council passed a much stricter city smoking ordinance. Councilman David Reddick cast the sole no vote on the measure, citing concern for businesses.
Anniston (AL) Star
added Apr 24, 2013 13:23
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[Alabama] Less smoke, more ecotourists?

With hundreds of cyclists pouring into Calhoun County this week for the Sunny King Criterium and Cheaha Challenge, Anniston Councilwoman Millie Harris ... “When you say you’re going to be a Bike City, USA, and you’re going to promote an eco-friendly envi
Anniston (AL) Star
added Apr 20, 2013 11:15
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[Alabama] Opposition a no-show at hearing on Randolph County bill

Opponents of a bill to redistribute tobacco tax in Randolph County didn't show up at a hearing on the bill in Montgomery Tuesday, despite heated debate on the bill back home. Four supporters and no opponents showed up at a Statehouse hearing on HB558, a
Anniston (AL) Star
added Apr 19, 2013 14:49
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Are Alabama Tobacco Quit Lines Working?

With the help of TV ads and prevention workshops in the community, more people are learning they can get help and stop smoking sooner rather than later.
WTVY Channel 4 (Dothan, AL)
added Apr 10, 2013 16:44
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[Alabama] Study finds 10% of freshmen begin smoking in college

As the freshman class enters The University of Alabama, about 6 percent will arrive as smokers. When they leave as graduates, 16 percent will walk away with the habit. That’s a three-fold increase in just four years. This data comes from a study done by
The Crimson White (University of Alabama)
added Apr 8, 2013 09:12
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[Alabama] Smoking-cessation drugs available by mail

Smoking cessation drugs now are available at no charge through the TRICARE Mail Order Program for service members, military family members and retirees under age 65 who want to kick this unhealthy habit.
Montgomery (AL) Advertiser
added Mar 31, 2013 14:31
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[Alabama] Anniston City Council wants to broaden business smoking restrictions

At the council’s Tuesday work session, public health advocates discussed the dangers of secondhand smoke and other implications of smoking and presented the council members with a model ordinance that would further restrict smoking in the Model City. “W
Anniston (AL) Star
added Mar 28, 2013 15:42
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[Alabama] BRINKERHOFF: UA smoking ban debate founded on falsehoods

The Crimson White (University of Alabama)
added Feb 26, 2013 14:48
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[Alabama] TOMBERLIN: Finding solace, camaraderie through cigars in Afghanistan

Recently, when some friends from the Alabama National Guard's 226th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade came to Camp Phoenix for their pre-deployment site survey, the first place I took them was the Tiki Hut. It's the kind of place you want to share with others
AL.com
added Feb 10, 2013 11:27
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8 Alabama Hospitals Go Smoke-Free

The eight hospitals within Huntsville (Ala.) Hospital Health System have instituted complete smoking and tobacco bans, effective today.
Becker's Hospital Review
added Feb 3, 2013 03:20
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