About Smoking

Since the introduction of the smoking ban in pubs, there has been a significant decrease in the incidence of regular smokers amongst undergraduates in Trinity College. Surveys carried out in 2002 and in 2005, indicate a reduction from 35% to 25%. This is indeed good news for ourselves and the environment.

Around 7000 people die each year, in Ireland, from smoking related diseases. Half of those who continue to smoke regularly will die prematurely from a tobacco related disease. A typical 20 a day smoker, spends 150 euro a month or 1800 euro (untaxed money equivalent of 3500 euro) a year on cigarettes.

Smoking looks cool but stains your teeth, your fingers and the smell lingers on your clothes, in your hair and on your breath for ages.

If you need help in quitting the habit, ring the national Quit line on call save 1850 201 203. Also, see below for information on the next Smoking Cessation Course.

Free Smoking Cessation Course:

Starting 9th February 2012

When:

Thursdays 1 - 2 pm for 6 weeks

Where:

The Sports Centre

Some of the topics the course will cover include readiness to stop, dealing with cravings, the pros and cons of stopping and using patches or nicotine replacement therapies.

For more information and / or to register:

Phone 01 / 8963722 or 01 / 8961591; Email lynchc13@tcd.ie or Speak to Reception, College Health Centre