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ASH Briefing on electronic cigarettes
Electronic cigarettes are marketed as a cheaper, safer alternative to conventional cigarettes. As they do not produce smoke, research suggests that electronic cigarettes are relatively harmless in comparison with smoking. This briefing reviews the safety of e-cigarettes and how effective they are as an aid to stopping smoking. ASH briefing on electronic cigarettes
Read MoreStopping smoking: the benefits and aids to quitting
The health benefits of stopping smoking start within hours of putting out the last cigarette. Using a combination of medication and behavioural support can substantially increase the chances of successfully quitting. September 2014. Download here.
Read MoreStopping smoking: ASH’s top tips
ASH’s top tips to help you stop smoking. September 2014. Download here.
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Many ways forward
This report presents the findings from an online survey of tobacco control leads in local authorities in England. Findings include …
New survey shows funding shortages for local tobacco control could put smokefree 2030 target at risk
14 January 2020 New survey shows funding shortages for local tobacco control could put smokefree 2030 target at risk A …Smokers with mental health conditions who successfully quit call on health professionals to do more to help others do the same
7 January 2020 Smokers with mental health conditions who successfully quit call on health professionals to do more to help …More must be done to help smokers with mental health conditions quit
6 November 2019 New report finds 1 in 5 mental health trusts still do not have a comprehensive smokefree policy …Progress towards smokefree mental health services
This report presents the findings of a survey of NHS mental …
