A whiff of reality
Article Abstract:
Prohibiting smoking in hospitals is not in the patients' interest. Passive smoking is the main reason for a total ban, but providing facilities for smokers is a solution to this. A total ban is impractical because patients will always find ways of overcoming the ban. For many patients not suffering from smoke-related illnesses, smoking is a way of relieving the monotony of hospital routine, particularly for elderly and psychiatric patients.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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A ban for all seasons
Article Abstract:
The provision of rooms for smokers in hospitals does not always stop the effects of passive smoking, as smoke-contaminated air is recirculated through air conditioned buildings, according to the Imperial Cancer Research Fund and the Cancer Research Campaign. Making hospitals non-smoking areas for both patients and staff must be introduced over a period of time, and this policy will become easier as hospital stays become shorter.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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Health warnings
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Medical evidence supports the health risks of passive smoking although many people underestimate the danger. The World Health Organization has identified 55 carcinogenic chemicals in tobacco smoke. Epidemiological evidence confirms smoke causes respiratory problems and increases risk of lung cancer or other diseases. Passive smoking may also retard child physical development and contribute to chronic problems in adulthood.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1993
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