Heart attack rates fall following smoking ban

Research shows heart attack rates on the Island have fallen since the smoking ban was brought in.

The study, carried out by a mathematics student at Noble's Hospital, showed a significant drop in admissions since smoking in public places was banned in 2008.

Health Minister David Anderson believes the ban may have given some smokers the incentive to quit [play clip]

David Anderson MHK

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