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	Where is It Allowed to Smoke in Russia?
	According to statistics of the Ministry of Healthcare, about half a million citizens of the Russian Federation die from cancer and many other serious lung diseases each year. Many health problems are caused by passive or active smoking. The growing trend in the number of smokers was the reason why the government adopted a bill banning smoking in public places.
--30-10-2018--
	Smoking in Vnukovo Airport
	The law banning smoking in public places, adopted by the deputies of the State Duma in June 2013, put many airport passengers in a difficult situation. Operating rooms for smoking in all Russian terminals were closed, so the smoking category of citizens should always check smoking rules before going to airports. In this article you will find where it is allowed to smoke in the Vnukovo airport.
--24-08-2018--
	Smoking in Sheremetyevo Airport
	After the law protecting the health of citizens from the negative effects of tobacco smoke and the consequences associated with the use of cigarettes came into force, Sheremetyevo banned smoking in all areas of the building.
--23-08-2018--
	Smoking in Pulkovo Airport
	Many countries of the world participate in the anti-tobacco program and impose a ban on smoking in public places. Russia joined it in 2013. In fact, many passengers travelling by air try to find out the rules and arrangement of smoking areas in airports. Here you will get important information on smoking in Pulkovo Airport.
--14-08-2018--
	Smoking in Domodedovo Airport
	In 2013, a law banning the use of tobacco products in public places came into force in Russia. Since the terminal buildings and the airport areas also fall under it, many travelers are trying to find out where the smoking zones are located, as there are penalties for violating this bill. Where is it allowed to smoke in Domodedovo Airport? Find in this article.
--14-08-2018--
	Russia Faces Great Anti-Smoking Battle
	Last week a Russian Government opened a new chapter in fighting Russians' tobacco addiction, indroducing a controversial anti-smoking bill. Read all the details in our latest article.
--23-10-2012--
	Ban to Boo Smokers
	Four years after joining the WHO convention, Russia is about to take its final step to pave the way for a healthy society. In a bid to stub out smoking, the government will introduce tough restrictions - but gradually.
--03-10-2012--
	Why Policemen Smoke?
	Smoking is not very popular now, since medics and scientists proved how dangerous inhaling tobacco smoke is to our health. In order to explain benefits of healthy lifestyle to people, scientists decided to learn more about people, who use to smoke.
--11-07-2011--
	Smokers in Sheremetyevo aren't Abused
	Smoking in the airports and other public places irritates non-smokers, and the law is on their side. But there are thousands of people, who smokes, and this habit is not yet a crime... Sheremetyevo airport in Moscow, pretending to be modern but passengers friendly as well has opened comfortable smoking lounges in its new Terminal E.
--11-01-2011--
	Russia Declares War on Nicotine
	Russian authorities initiated a heavy anti-smoking campaign comparable to the one seen in the USA in the 1990s. Experts believe the campaign is well-timed, but requires to be implemented carefully – some restrictions may cause rebel among numerous smokers.
--23-07-2008--

News:

	Returning Smoking Rooms to Airports
	The Ministry of Healthcare of the Russian Federation has developed amendments to the second reading of the bill on the return of smoking rooms to airports.
--23-10-2019--
	Smoking will be Allowed in Sheremetyevo
	“Sheremetyevo International Airport” JSC announced a tender for the supply of seven pavilions for smoking equipped with exhaust systems in the first half of 2018.
--27-03-2018--
	Smoking Rules In Open-air Cafes
	The Head of the Department of Trade and Services of Moscow Aleksei Nemeryuk explained the rules on smoking in open-air cafes to the city residents.
--15-03-2015--
	1.634 Million Rubles Were Exacted For Violation Of The Anti-smoking Law
	1.634 million rubles were exacted for violation of the "anti-smoking" law in Moscow since the beginning of the year, Rospotrebnadzor reported.
--10-06-2014--
	Smoking In Long Distance Trains
	Smoking in long distance trains may be permitted. Railway workers themselves admit that the law banning smoking is almost impossible to implement, they cannot fine for smoking. Therefore, there are still no tools to prevent illegal smoking.
--22-01-2014--
	Russia Is Rated 4th Smoking Country in the World
	Russia is rated among the world’s heaviest smoking countries, outranked only by China, India and Indonesia, a new international report revealed on Wednesday.
--09-01-2014--
	Russian President Approves Bigger Fines for Smoking in Public
	On Monday, October 21, Russian President signed off the introduction of stiffer penalties for smoking in public as the government continues its battle for improving health standards in the country.
--22-10-2013--
	Sheremetyevo Approves Smoke Breaks Again
	Sheremetyevo airport administration has obtained permission of Russian Health and Consumer Rights Agency to open smoking lounges.
--14-10-2013--
	Lung-Shaped Ashtray Monument Set Up in Bashkiria
	An unusual ashtray has appeared in Salavat. It depicts a gravestone with attached lungs filled with cigarette stubs.
--26-06-2013--
	Smolensk Celebrates No Tobacco Day
	The ancient Russian town of Smolensk celebrates the World No Tobacco Day on May 31, 2013.
--30-05-2013--
	Russian Anti-Smoking Bill Is Signed into Law
	On Monday, February 25, Russian President has signed into law a harsh ban on smoking in public places.
--25-02-2013--
	Russian Parliament Passes Anti-Smoking Bill
	On Tuesday, Russia's lower house of parliament approved in the third and final reading a bill banning smoking in public places.
--13-02-2013--
	The Ban On Smoking On The Screen Will Relate Only To Newly Made Movies
	The ban on smoking on the screen concerns only newly created movies and TV series, but not the already made movies.
--31-01-2013--
	Scary Photos for Russian Smokers
	Starting from May 2013, all cigarette packs in Russia will be supplied with gloomy graphic images depicting the impact of smoking on human health.
--12-05-2012--
	Russia Plans to Drive Smokers Away
	This week the Russian Parliament will start discussing a new bill significantly tightening the rules for smoking in public places.
--30-03-2012--
	The Harshest Anti-tobacco Law in Russian History
	The Russian Health Ministry is promoting a harsh anti-tobacco draft, stipulating a ban on smoking in public transportation, cafes and night clubs.
--15-08-2011--
	Russia – the Country of Heavy Smokers
	According to World Health Organization, Russians are the heaviest smokers in the world. Such a conclusion was made on the basis of polls, in which adult Russians have participated.
--09-11-2010--
	Russia to curb cigarette ad, public smoking
	Tobacco advertising in Russia, where more than half of adults smoke, should be outlawed by 2012 and smoking in public places banned by 2015.
--04-10-2010--
	Russians smoke less, the study says
	Healthy life style seems to become more popular in Russia as smoking gradually loses its appeal.
--29-01-2010--