For centuries, the use of tobacco and smoking has been a part of our culture and other cultures around the world. Even up until the mid 1960s, smoking cigarettes was allowed in nearly every public space; hospitals, school buildings, bars, and restaurants included. It wasn't until the 1970s and '80s that the health consequences became more apparent, with illnesses such as gum disease and lung cancer being directly linked to smoking. And while we know that regular cigarette use is dangerou...