Long term conditions

22nd November 2018

Smoking is still the primary cause of preventable illness and early death in the UK. One in every two smokers will become chronically sick or die from a smoking related illness. However, if you can successfully remove smoking from your life, you will prevent the very high risk of developing many fatal diseases. Smoking is responsible for 80% of deaths from lung cancer, 80% of deaths from bronchitis and emphysema (COPD) and about 15% of deaths from heart disease.

Bexley Stop Smoking Service prioritizes support and treatment for smokers with smoking related health conditions, in particular those newly diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) or Asthma. It is never too late to seek help to quit as there are immediate health benefits as soon as you stop. Carbon monoxide levels will drop within 24/48 hours of not smoking. Carbon monoxide - a by-product of cigarette smoke - enters your blood stream every time you have a cigarette, affecting the blood supply to the heart. The more you smoke; the more carbon monoxide in the circulatory system. This can lead to strokes and heart attacks in smokers. As soon as you stop smoking your blood circulation will start to return to normal and the strain on your heart will start to reduce.

Call today if you are concerned about your health and need treatment and support to stop smoking.

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