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Letter: Smoking area changed at local hospital

...Since smoking is known to cause disease, a ban on smoking near public entrances has more to do with enforcing common courtesy than restricting freedom of choice.

That�s why we are advocating for a policy of mutual respect, where smokers aren�t persecuted, but where non-smokers aren�t overly exposed to smoke.

Working together, we can solve 90 percent of the problem.

As a courtesy to non-smokers, we have now removed cigarette butt receptacles from the entrances of our hospital.

As a courtesy to our smokers, we now have an outside designated smoking area with seating for your convenience.It�s important to remember that if you�re a smoker and have trouble quitting, please talk to your doctor.

With the help of nicotine replacement products or a prescription drug that eases cravings, a support group, and your physician, you should be able to overcome the addictive pull of nicotine.

Also, we have many smoking cessation classes that can help.

To register, please call TriStar MedLine at (800) 242-5662.Renaye SmithAdministratorCentennial Medical Center TODAY'S TOP STORIES: New health plan could add peopleFather eulogizes slain minister as 'a loving son'Federal Reserve's funds rate continues steady upward marchSplit on immigration plays out in MidstateLost files, communication woes hinder Juvenile Court, audit saysTennesseans' income grew 4.2% in 2005 .gcitopjobs {font-family: arial, helvetica, s...