Post by magicmuggle01 on Jan 5, 2019 10:56:27 GMT
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Smokers and problem drinkers who are admitted to hospital in England will be given help to quit or cut down, to reduce demands on the health service.
The measures are part of a long-term plan to be announced over the next few days by NHS England.
It said addiction to alcohol and tobacco were two of the biggest causes of ill health and early death.
And the right support could save lives and help people stay fitter for longer.
Health charity Ash said it was delighted by the plans and Public Health England called the move "smart", saying it would save thousands of lives and help the NHS survive into the future.
Read:- www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-46762980
