The Social Costs of Smoking

Unlike what occurred at least fifty years ago when smoking was a symbol of status, a privilege own knights , a ceremony surrounded by sophistication and ritual to which even reserved luxurious lounges , aspirational action promoted in Hollywood movies today is a social practice rejected increasing circles .

Nicotine addicts argue that it is a discriminatory practice repentant former smokers , a plot of good health consciences against freedom , the truth is that more and more people know the effects of snuff on health of those who smoke , and those who are around and seek his protection.

The social cost for the smoker grows every day. As health consciousness extends close social circles . Friends and associates prefer the company of non-smokers, are removed from the places with smoke snuff and extend its limitations by not smoking in their homes and cars.

Companies are particularly strict about this and separated from employment applications to smokers by the implicit costs mean their sick leave, medical insurance and maintenance costs in air conditioning, painting , carpets and curtains property .

The office property leases and goes through the same condition. Landlords prefer Tenants who do not smoke and set clauses in contracts that prohibit smoking to reduce maintenance costs and insurance.

As for the restaurants , bars , concert halls , offices, banquet halls , public buildings and other places of living , governments around the world have banned the consumption of snuff within its facilities and space adaptation fostered special within those establishments directed at smokers .

Smoking is a voluntary act that anyone can make in private without disturbing anyone. Health costs are widely known now becoming known as the growing isolation undergoing nicotine addicts .

Formerly adjunct to the distinction and social life , the snuff has become a heavy burden for sociability , a reason for rejection if not for discrimination and confinement of smokers