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Only 45% of smokers in hospital get advice on quitting – audit

Less than half of smokers admitted to hospital are offered advice on how to quit, according to a new audit. The British Thoracic Society (BTS) said that more healthcare workers should be trained in how to help patients stop smoking. Preliminary ...

09 Mar 2022 at 01:25

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New law banning smoking in cars with children present introduced

New laws which ban smoking in vehicles where children are present have been introduced in Northern Ireland. It brings the law into line with other regions of the UK and the Republic of Ireland. Health Minister Robin Swann said: “I am delighted ...

02 Feb 2022 at 11:33

On this weeks Operation Transformation, Tipperary leader Stefano quits smoking

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On this weeks Operation Transformation, Stefano quits smoking and Sarah gets news at her health check

This week was one of success for both of our Tipperary leaders as they reached their 28-day milestone. Stefano has quit smoking, and his nicotine and carbon monoxide levels are down to that of a non-smoker. Stefano is also enjoying the money ...

02 Feb 2022 at 23:34

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Louth’s 17,800 smokers pay double for life insurance due to health risks

January is a time when many people set new health goals, and those who smoke might decide that this year they will give up the bad habit once and for all. Experts at Royal London are advising smokers in Louth who are considering quitting, ...

27 Jan 2022 at 18:33

Government considers ‘radical’ measures to tackle smoking

Health officials are considering “radical ways” to reduce the number of smokers in England, Sajid Javid has said. But the Health Secretary would not be drawn on whether or not the Javed Khan review on smoking would recommend that the ...

08 Jun 2022 at 12:23

Ban smoking outside pubs and on beaches, major report suggests

Smoking should be banned in outdoor places such as beer gardens, cafe pavements and beaches, a review calling for a radical shake-up of tobacco laws has suggested. The plan, commissioned by the Government, said ministers will not ...

09 Jun 2022 at 17:12

Legal age for smoking should rise and ‘polluter tax’ must be considered – report

Tobacco firms could be forced to pay a “polluter” tax to help smokers quit, while the legal age for buying tobacco should rise every year, according to a Government-commissioned review. The minimum age at which people can buy a ...

09 Jun 2022 at 13:49

Legal age to buy tobacco should be raised to make smoking obsolete – review

The minimum age at which people can buy a tobacco product in England should be raised by a year annually until the point where no-one can buy them, a review has recommended. The legal age of sale should rise from 18, at which ...

09 Jun 2022 at 10:42

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Tipperary GAA clubs encouraged to become Smoke & Vape Free grounds

Today, Tuesday May 31st is world no Tobacco Day and to celebrate this the GAA is encouraging all clubs participating in the Irish Life GAA Healthy Club project to become Smoke & Vape Free grounds. This means that smoking is ...

31 May 2022 at 16:33

‘Retailers want to see tougher laws on tobacco sales’

Most shopkeepers support existing tobacco laws and want the Government to go further in protecting people’s health, according to a new report. People running newsagents, off-licences, convenience stores and petrol stations ...

01 Nov 2022 at 01:01

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'One is not enough' - Carlow fire service urges people to install two smoke alarms

Carlow County Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to install two smoke alarms. The call comes as National Fire Safety Week (October 17 to October 23) launches to raise awareness on preventing fires, particularly in ...

17 Oct 2022 at 14:33

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10% of people under 35 have attempted to take their own life – survey

Some 10% of people under the age of 35 have attempted to take their own life, a new Healthy Ireland survey has found. This is compared with less than 1% of those aged 65 or older having attempted suicide. The survey, ...

05 Dec 2022 at 22:33

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