EMPHO Information Resource on Smoking
Introduction
Smoking is the single greatest cause of avoidable illness and preventable death both in the UK and in the East Midlands. Over 7,000 people die from smoking in the East Midlands each year and smoking prevalence rates remain high. Reducing the use of tobacco is therefore a key priority for the East Midlands.
This information resource brings together key information on smoking for the East Midlands, as well as policy documents and links to further useful information. It includes:
- Description of the national and regional policy context for tobacco control
- The evidence of what has been effective in reducing smoking prevalence
- Details of sources of data on smoking prevalence, behaviour and attitudes among both adults and children
- A Profile of relevant background and statistical information on tobacco and smoking in the East Midlands
- Links to sites which can help to identify relevant indicators and targets
- Links to other relevant smoking related resources
Work on this resource is ongoing and the information will be updated as new material becomes available.
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