Genesee County Health Department

Better Life Through Better Health

Release Date:  Immediate Release                   Kill Date:  March 30, 2007

Contact Person:  Ann Goldon                            Phone:  (810) 341-5898

 RE:  Five local restaurants awarded for providing a smoke-free environment  

Five local restaurants have won recognition for being smoke-free.  Up North Grill located on Hill Road in Mundy Township , Oriental Buffet located on Fenton Road in Mundy Township , CiCi’s Pizza located on Dort Hwy. in Grand Blanc, Ms. Smitty’s Diner located on Genesee Road in Genesee , and Bearclaw Coffee located on Torrey Road in Mundy Township .  Providing a smoke-free environment protects the health of employees and customers, while providing a pleasurable dining experience. 

            As you choose these restaurants for a meal, look for the award issued by the Genesee County Health Department (GCHD) and the Smoke-free, Multi-Agency, Resource Team (SMART).  The award is an indication of the restaurant’s commitment to providing Genesee County citizens with a healthy dining environment. 

            According to the recent U.S. Surgeon General’s Report, there is no risk-free level of exposure to secondhand smoke; even breathing a little poses a risk to health.  According to Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights, food service workers have a 50% greater risk of dying from lung cancer than the general population, in part, because of secondhand smoke exposure in the workplace.  “We are proud to honor these establishments for making the health of their employees and patrons a priority”, stated Ann Goldon, Health Education Coordinator for the Genesee County Health Department.  To access an updated Genesee County Smoke Free Dining guide visit www.gchd.us. 

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