Denormalizing smoking: Making the case for banning cigarettes in parks and on beaches

Many state and local governments banned smoking in parks and on beaches on the basis that passive smoke is a risk for non-smokers, cigarette butts pollute the environment, and seeing people smoke poses a long-term risk to children. Researchers say the evidence for these claims is far from definitive and policymakers pushing for smoking bans will need to make a stronger argument to overcome the opposition and gain the public trust.

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