In 2014, the American Cancer Society has estimated that 1,665,540 Americans will develop cancer and 585,720 will die from this disease changing the lives of their families forever. The data is clear that weight and inactivity are threatening to overtake tobacco as the #1 risk factor for cancer, but tobacco is still an issue in many communities where secondhand smoke kills 50,000 nonsmokers a year. Yesterday, my wife and I testified at the Houston City Council meeting supporting extending the smoking ban into several high pedestrian traffic areas. I hope our actions yesterday in Houston inspire others to take a stand in their communities. Take a stand and save lives!
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