ASH
About ASH
Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) is a public health charity set up by the Royal College of Physicians to end the harm caused by tobacco.
After 50 years' successful campaigning this goal is within our grasp, but only if the inequalities in smoking across society are addressed.
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Reports, factsheets and other resources published by ASH and our partner organisations.
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Latest Press Releases
14 August 2025
Hospital Stop Smoking Service cuts ‘abandoning’ vulnerable patients to a deadly addiction, health leaders warn
Health leaders have sounded the alarm over the threat of cuts to NHS tobacco dependence treatment services, as a new survey indicates that these vital, lifesaving programmes are at risk across the country due to budget uncertainty.
13 August 2025
New data reveals the GB jobs most likely to be exposed to second-hand smoke: is yours on the list?
New data from public health charity Action on Smoking and Health has revealed the professions where workers are most likely to report being exposed to second hand smoke.
