Quitting smoking before my operation

You will soon have an operation. To help ensure your operation goes well, you are encouraged to quit smoking. This sheet describes the help you can get to do this.

Lifestyle habits , General, Surgery, Health Promotion

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Preventing falls at home

Returning home after taking an analgesic (opioid)

Advance medical directives (AMD)

Preventing Falls While in Hospital