ARIZONA PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION RESOLUTION: SMOKE FREE CAMPUS
Resolution 93-1
WHEREAS, the use of tobacco leads to illness, disability and death; and
WHEREAS, the cost of lost lives, absenteeism from work, decreased productivity and establishment of smoking areas is in the billions of dollars annually; and
WHEREAS, second-hand smoke is a significant threat to the health, safety, and quality of life of non-smokers exposed to smoking;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Arizona Public Health Association endorses the concept and encourages the establishment of smoke-free campuses for business, labor, education, and government;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be available to other interested organizations or individuals for their use and support.
Passed by Board of Directors 9/29/93
Approved by Membership Annual Meeting 10/1/93
Executive Secretary
