Tobacco Prevention News - Northern Plains Independent

Smoking may be banned in playgrounds, sports facilities and in cars where children are present, according to a bill the government presented on Thursday.

Tobacco Prevention News - Northern Plains Independent

With spring around the corner, the use of our local parks will begin to increase as the weather gets nicer. I would like to take a moment to discuss the health benefits of having tobacco-free parks in your communities. One health benefit of tobacco-free parks is the significant reduction in exposure to secondhand smoke for all visitors. Secondhand smoke is known to pose serious health risks,

The government proposes to ban smoking in outdoor playgrounds and sports facilities, as well as in cars with children. The aim is to protect the population, especially children and young people, from passive smoking.