New research published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research, supports the World Health Initiative’s efforts for a home smoking ban, according to researchers at Johns Hopkins University. Specifically, hair nicotine concentrations were higher in children exposed to secondhand smoke at home, and the younger the children, the higher the concentration under the same level ... Jump to full article >>

PRESTONSBURG, Ky. (WSAZ) — If you want to smoke in Prestonsburg, you’ll have to do it outside or at home. Monday was the first business day since the smoking ban started. Most supporters say it is a health issue, but others say their rights are being violated. Harold Burchell smoked for 18 years. He gave up the habit, and is glad Prestonsburg restaurants are now smoke-free. “I do believe people have a right to smoke, that woul ... Jump to full article >>