Tobacco advertising - Still dying for a smoke

WE ARE at the time of the year when very many people try to take some of the health advice so freely given today and improve their lifestyles.

Some will try to confront the deadly habit and give up smoking and those who take the plunge should get every support and encouragement.

Smoking is directly linked with 5,700 deaths a year in this country but in-store advertising, films and television still prompt young people to take up the habit.