Now Serving Smoke-Free Air

A new law effective Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010 prohibits smoking in restaurants and bars across the state of North Carolina. Under the new law, smoking will no longer be permitted in most restaurants, bars and lodging establishments that prepare and serve food and drink.

"This law is a great move toward creating a healthier state where residents can patronize the business of their choice without fear of exposure to secondhand smoke." said Dr. Wynn Mabry, Mecklenburg County Health Director.

You Can Quit Smoking
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Weight Can Be Lost, Lungs Cannot
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For more information, visit http://www.smokefree.nc.gov.