COVID-19 can be particularly severe for those with underlying health conditions, and smokers are one of the most at risk groups.

It can be a difficult habit to break, but those who smoke are being strongly encouraged to quit in order to reduce the risk of developing complications if they contract COVID-19.

Dr Doireann O'Leary, GP at mycorkgp and health blogger, joined us for our weekly medical consultation to talk about the effects of smoking and the benefits of giving up.

Listen to the interview in full by pressing the play button on this page.