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An ordinance allowing the city of Kansas City, Mo. to suspend or revoke the tobacco-sales licenses of stores  which sell illegal synthetic drugs or sell cigarettes to minors sailed through a final city council vote yesterday.

A new report by the American Lung Association puts Missouri near the bottom of the list when it comes to state tobacco control policies.

By Veronique LaCapra, St. Louis Public Radio

St. Louis, Missouri – The Missouri Foundation for Health is providing close to $2 million dollars to fund a state-wide survey of tobacco use and its health effects. The largest adult health study ever conducted in the state will reach more than 52,000 Missourians.

The year-long study is a follow-up to a similar one conducted in 2007.

By Stephen Koranda, KPR

Topkea, KS – The top health officer in Kansas is warning smokers to take notice of a recently released report on the dangers of smoking.

The report from the U.S. Surgeon General shows that smoking and second-hand smoke cause immediate damage to the heat and lungs.

State Health Officer Dr. Jason Eberhart-Phillips says that increases the likely hood of heart attacks and strokes.

Kansas City, MO – New Public Health Data shows Missourians are among the most likely Americans to smoke.

The state ranks fifth in the country for its adult smoking rate, according to new information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Kansas City, MO – A statewide ban on smoking in public places goes into effect today, with a few, limited exceptions. Kansas Public Radio's Bryan Thompson has more.

Kansas City, MO – A statewide smoking ban takes effect this week in Kansas.

Lawmakers approved the measure earlier this year. It prohibits smoking in public places, bars and restaurants, but exempts tobacco shops, casino gaming floors, and some private clubs.

Several cities throughout the state, including Lawrence and Overland Park, already have similar bans in place. Wyandotte County approved one about a year and a half ago. But it includes a three year transition period, and means many businesses still allow smoking.