Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:53pm on 12 Nov 2024,Tuesday International
The NHS in England will offer an "improved" version of the stop-smoking pill varenicline to help over 85,000 people quit smoking each year. The drug, which reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms, is more effective than nicotine patches and gum. Varenicline was previously withdrawn due to impurities but has now been approved as safe. The treatment, along with behavioral support, is expected to save the NHS millions and prevent 9,500 smoking-related deaths over five years. Local NHS services may also offer e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation aid, though they are not prescribed by GPs unless part of a scheme.
