In this episode, Philip Clark, the CEO and Executive Director of Just Say Something,
interviews Doris McClellan, a retired school principal and advocate for smoke-free
communities.
Doris is a breast cancer survivor and has been actively involved in various
organizations such as the American Cancer Society and the Road to Recovery
program. She is passionate about creating healthy communities and has been
advocating for smoke-free and vape-free ordinances in the city of Greer, South Carolina.
Phillip and Doris discuss the importance of creating smoke-free and vape-free
environments, particularly in Greer, South Carolina. Doris shares her personal
experience with cancer and how it has fueled her passion for promoting healthier
communities.
As she explains to Phillip, "When you're wanting to convince people to change, go in armed with facts, stories." For example, Doris mentions that each year in the United States, secondhand smoke causes nearly 42,000 deaths. In addition, they talk about the coalition efforts in Greer and the need for support from
the community and local businesses. Phillip says, "Having a healthy community means
people want to be there because it's a good place to live, work, and enjoy." The episode
highlights the impact of secondhand smoke and the economic benefits of smoke-free ordinances.
Key Takeaways:
-Smoke-free and vape-free ordinances are essential for creating healthier
communities and protecting individuals from the harmful effects of secondhand
smoke.
-Greer, South Carolina, currently does not have a smoke-free or vape-free
ordinance, and there is a need for community support to advocate for change.
-The Air Preserve | Smoke-Free Greer coalition in Greer, which includes organizations like the American Cancer
Society and the American Lung Association, is working towards implementing a
smoke-free ordinance in the city.
-Smoke-free ordinances have been successful in other cities, leading to increased
sales for businesses and improved overall health for the community.
For more information, please visit us at www.justsaysomethingsc.org or give us a call at
(864)467-4099. For more information about Air Preserve | Smoke-Free Greer, visit www.airpreserve.org
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