All workers have the right to breathe clean air regardless of the occupation they choose. Many workers are protected by smoke-free policies in the workplace, but bar and restaurant workers stand out as notably under protected, and bear a heavy health burden from secondhand smoke exposure.  Regular exposure to secondhand smoke can lead to cardiovascular problems, respiratory problems, immune system problems, developmental problems during pregnancy and cancer.
Below is a list of smoke-free dining establishments in the region.

The majority of hotels and motels still work to "accommodate" smokers. This poses a problem to the health of both guests and employees. Smoking rooms often are located next to nonsmoking rooms or share the same ventilation system, not to mention sheets and towels from smoking rooms end up in nonsmoking ones. Secondhand smoke toxins and residue can stay in fabrics anywhere from a couple of hours to a couple of months after initial exposure, even after they have been washed. In addition, hotel employees are required to enter smoke-filled rooms and common areas to perform their duties. (Source: ANR)
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Secondhand smoke has been estimated to result in at least 38,000 annual deaths in the United States and between 600 and 1,000 annual deaths in South Carolina.