Smoking is one of the major causes of illness and early death.
Addenbrooke's NHS Trust cares for people who suffer from smoking-related diseases and also tries to promote action to prevent these diseases. The Hospital has a 'No Smoking' policy, which means that smoking is not allowed anywhere inside the buildings. This applies to patients, visitors and staff. Because smoking damages the health of smokers and non-smokers, tobacco is not sold on the premises. Smoking is strongly discouraged because of the risk of health damage to mothers and babies.