In Ireland
smoking has reduced slightly since the smoking ban in the workplace.
passive smoking has definitely reduced - it is much cleaner and safer
in Irish pubs now.
The only problem is that in the summer the tables outside pubs are full
of smokers.
If you would like advice or support on Quitting smoking in Ireland , you
can call the National Smokers’ Quitline.
If you would like further personal support locally call the Quitline and
they will put you in touch with a Smoking Cessation Officer in your area.
The National smokers’ Quitline is an initative of the Health Promotion
Unit at the Department of Health and Children, in partnership with the
Irish Cancer Society.
The Quitline can be contacted at
CallSave 1850 201 203
Lines are open Monday to Sunday 8am to 10pm
Smokers who ring the quitline have the option of: availing of on line
counselling by trained staff. being referred for professional help in
their own local area, or simply having an information pack sent to them
by post.
