Saturday, August 13, 2011

Surrey couple claims human rights violated by smoking neighbour

Surrey couple claims human rights violated by smoking neighbour

The couple says, under the human rights code, they were discriminated against “regarding an accommodation, service or facility customarily available to the public because of their physical disabilities,” according to a decision by the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal.
From July 2009 until July 2010 the Arndts made several complaints to the strata council claiming that Puffer and her guests smoked on a patio, in a parking area and in other places near their apartment, On one occasion, Kathryn alleges the smoke triggered an asthma attack so severe that she had to go to the hospital for treatment, according to the decision.



Shock and awe again.
I should be used to the feeling by now and yet I am still shocked,still amazed.

Smoking, fast food put drivers at risk

WesternPeople: Smoking, fast food put drivers at risk:

As part of the Fleet Drive to Fit-ness campaign, Ford has partnered with nutritional therapist, Elsa Jones, to produce a handy information leaflet that gives helpful nutrition tips for drivers.

The leaflet also includes information on exercises that can help to keep drivers alert and fit for the road. 
http://www.drivetofitness.ie./
Wow.
Sadly I'm being all sedentary and eating cheese puffs right now.
I'm sure a pamphlet for my lazy ass won't be too far behind.

£50 a month for smokers who quit

£50 a month for smokers who quit - Scotsman.com News


Under the scheme, smokers who successfully kick their nicotine addiction receive vouchers for £12.50 a week for a maximum of three months.

But they also have to pass weekly carbon monoxide breath tests at their local pharmacy to prove they are still smoke-free. 

Mostly posted because of the comments.