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Ipswich smokers quitting at a slower rate than the rest of the country
The proportion of adults smoking cigarettes in Ipswich was higher than the average across the UK over the past few years, new figures suggest.by
Oliver Rouane-Williams
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Rough sleeper's six-month journey from addiction to advocacy
Six months ago, Chris was consuming 130 units of alcohol a day whilst sleeping rough in Woodbridge. Today, he's sober, rebuilding family relationships, and planning to mentor others in similar situations.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Record number of alcohol deaths in Suffolk sparks calls for action
Ninety-five people died from alcohol-related causes in Suffolk in 2023, marking the highest number since records began in 2006. The figure represents a significant increase from 79 deaths in 2022.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Drug deaths in Ipswich and Suffolk fall as national figures hit record high
Drug-related deaths in Suffolk decreased from 55 to 47 last year despite England and Wales recording their highest-ever number of drug fatalities since records began.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Drawing from her personal transformation journey, Samantha offers evidence-based coaching and holistic wellness services that address our community's growing mental health challenges.
With mounting pressures from the cost of living crisis and post-pandemic stress affecting many Ipswich residents, Samantha's work focuses on practical tools for building resilience and joy in everyday life.
Through one-to-one coaching, workshops, and workplace wellbeing programs, she helps individuals and organisations develop sustainable happiness practices.
