Introduction Smoking is a common addiction among us at this present time. It is largely discussed in the media about its adverse effects and the harm it continues to present to the healthcare system. There are many factors which lead to people starting smoking. It is mainly due to peer pressure at a young age to look good. This is the social aspect. Many previous smokers who have "Quit" often turn to smoking as a stress relief. Others see it as a must due to their peer group. it causes a large amount of health problems in peoples lives. There...
ban due to the large amount of profit through tax they create. Though the NHS spends a large amount of money towards illness that is a direct link to smoking, it is dwarfed by the ?é?ú8 billion pounds it generates through tax. Although we have brought the problem on ourselves most people need help to quit and cause a dramatic decrease of people who smoke. The smoking ban due on the 1st of July May deter some smokers it is not a great step as business have found ways round it to cater for there smoking staff and customers.