Smoking on the margins: a comprehensive analysis of a municipal outdoor smoke-free policy

Smoking on the margins: a comprehensive analysis of a municipal outdoor smoke-free policy

Abstract Background This study examined the formulation, adoption, and implementation of a ban on smoking in the parks and beaches in Vancouver, Canada. Methods Informed by Critical Multiplism, we explored the policy adoption process, support for and compliance with a local bylaw prohibiting smoking...

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Main Authors: Ann Pederson, Chizimuzo T. Okoli, Natalie Hemsing, Renée O’Leary, Amanda Wiggins, Wendy Rice, Joan L. Bottorff, Lorraine Greaves
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2016-08-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Tobacco control
Health equity
Outdoor smoking ban
Marginalization
Municipal
Policy
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-016-3466-2

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