On 1st October, we join the national Stoptober campaign encouraging smokers across the country to make a quit attempt — not just for the month, but for life.
Why It Matters
- Smoking remains one of the leading causes of preventable illness and death.
- Stopping smoking improves lung health, circulation, and heart health almost immediately.
- Every successful quit attempt reduces the strain on NHS services and helps create healthier communities.
Tips to Support a Quit Attempt
- Use free NHS tools such as the NHS Quit Smoking app to track your progress.
- Replace old habits with healthier routines like short walks or deep breathing exercises.
- Reach out to friends, family, or your GP surgery for encouragement and accountability.
Find Help or Information
- NHS Stoptober – Quit smoking support
- Self-Referral – No GP Needed | Stop Smoking – Choose You
- Take control of your future. Quit smoking now with support tailored just for you.
- Get free stop smoking support online or in-person from trained advisors near you.
- Find facilities near you.
- Explore the physical health benefits of quitting smoking.
- Tips to help you quit & manage withdrawal symptoms.