Public Health (Tobacco) Acts

Public Health (Tobacco) Acts are laws designed to reduce tobacco use and protect public health. They typically regulate where and how tobacco products can be sold, limit advertising, enforce age restrictions for buyers, and ban smoking in certain public places. These laws aim to decrease smoking-related illnesses and deaths by making tobacco less accessible and less visible, encouraging healthier choices. They also ensure the safety and well-being of nonsmokers by reducing secondhand smoke exposure, ultimately fostering a healthier environment for communities.