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Muslim smokers are being urged to kick the habit for Ramadan and help is at hand from the NHS.
NHS Berkshire East Community Health Services runs stop smoking services in Bracknell and offers advice in Asian languages.
Ramadan starts on Wednesday, August 11, and is a month during which adult Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset.
Dawn Eastbrook, manager of the Berkshire East NHS stop Smoking Service, said: “The underlying message behind Ramadan is one of self-discipline and self control and many patients come forward wanting to quit smoking during this time. Smoking is also a serious health issue for Asian communities who have a higher risk of heart disease than other communities.
“The month of Ramadan is a great opportunity to start some healthy new habits and the benefits of stopping smoking are immediate and long term.”
If you are thnking of quitting smoking, for Ramadan or otherwise, you can call the Berkshire East NHS stop Smoking Service on 0845 602 4218 or (01753) 635173, text QUIT to 88020 or visit the website at berkshire-eastchs.nhs.uk.
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