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Coffee Break “Stoptober”: Think High Five!

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Published at 24 September, 2024 14:21.

Quit smoking for 28 days this Stoptober, and you’re five times more likely to quit for good—now that’s a high five worth celebrating! 🎉

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Coffee Break September: "You have the power"

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Published at 27 August, 2024 14:06.

Empower yourself and get your blood pressure tested—know your numbers and take control of your health today!

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World Lung Cancer Day 1st August: This is the Day!

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Published at 30 July, 2024 09:25.

Lung cancer is the 3rd most common cancer in the UK and around 46,000 people are diagnosed each year. Lung cancer may start in the lungs or somewhere else in the body and spread to the lungs which is called secondary lung cancer.

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Coffee Break July: Myth Busters Think Again!

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Published at 02 July, 2024 11:19.

Stop Smoking Myth Busters: Think Again!

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Supporting the LGBTQ+ community in quitting smoking

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Published at 17 June, 2024 11:14.

At Yorkshire Smokfree, we are committed to supporting the health and well-being of all individuals, and we want ot shine a light on some important health differences within the LGBTQ+ community, particularly concerning smoking rates.

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Coffee Break June: Step Into June Smoke Free & Look After Your Bone Health!

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Published at 28 May, 2024 13:49.

National Osteoporosis Month is officially observed in June in the UK each year to raise awareness of bone health and preventative measures you can take to keep your bones healthy.

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Stand with Youth: Celebrate World No Tobacco Day with Yorkshire Smokefree

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Published at 28 May, 2024 12:43.

This World No Tobacco Day, let’s celebrate the power of youth and the collective effort to secure a healthier, tobacco-free future. By standing together, we can protect our young people and create lasting change. Join us in this vital movement and make a difference today.

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Smoking and Dementia: A Call to Action During Dementia Awareness Week

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Published at 09 May, 2024 11:07.

Research has consistently shown that smoking increases the risk of developing dementia later in life. The harmful chemicals in tobacco smoke can damage blood vessels and lead to the accumulation of harmful deposits in the brain, contributing to cognitive decline.

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