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Smoking is the single greatest cause of preventable illness and premature death in Northern Ireland. It kills at least 2,300 people each year and many more are affected through passive smoking.
The Southern Trust has committed to supporting those who want to stop smoking and progressing regional strategies for a smoke free environment.
COVID-19 update
Smokers are likely to be more vulnerable to COVID-19 as the act of smoking means increasing the risk of transmission of the virus from hand to mouth.
Smokers can also have reduced lung capacity which can greatly increase the risk of serious illness. There has never been a more important time to stop. You can make a huge contribution to your health and to protect against coronavirus by stopping smoking. For people aged 18 and over.