STEMI incidence falls in southern Switzerland after smoking ban implemented
Saturday, August 31, 2013 - 12:10
in Health & Medicine
STEMI incidence fell in southern Switzerland after implementation of the smoking ban in public places, reveals new research. Second-hand smoke increases the risk of coronary artery disease and acute myocardial infarction. For this reason, health policies aimed at reducing tobacco consumption and public smoke exposure are strongly recommended.