Whitstable man finds new purpose working as a hospital porter after overcoming addiction
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Whitstable man finds new purpose working as a hospital porter after overcoming addiction

12 Jun 2026 · Originally published 12 Jun 2026 9/10 Original headline: ‘I was drinking 20 cans of beer a day and thought my life was over'
After struggling with severe alcohol and drug dependency, 54-year-old Paul Cozens has rebuilt his life by securing a role as a hospital porter at the same trust where he received treatment. He is now raising funds for the East Kent Hospitals Charity, marking a significant shift from his time in recovery to supporting patients and staff in the community.
Source: Kent Online Kent
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