19 Smoking and stroke

Type: Factsheets

Code: 01F19

Smoking is one of the biggest causes of ill health and premature death in the UK, responsible for nearly one in five deaths. But it is never too late to stop – after five years of quitting, your risk of stroke and other smoking-related illnesses are greatly reduced. This factsheet explains how smoking increases the risk of stroke and describes the help and support available to help you stop smoking.

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