Stopping Smoking

Why not take the leap in 2012 and stop smoking?

When you decide to quit cigarettes it will be the single most important thing you can do to improve your health. Preparing to stop and wanting to stop smoking are key ingredients for a successful quit attempt.

 

But you can further boost your chances of stopping by going to SUPPORT, Sefton’s local and free NHS Stop Smoking Service. It has been shown that you are four times more likely to quit with support. And the good news is that with drop-in clinics throughout Sefton, at different times throughout the day, this help is just around the corner.

 

The free and friendly, nurse-led service can put together a quit plan tailored for you. They’ll advise on what Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products and stop smoking medicines such as Champix and Zyban would suit you best.

 

Not only that, the team is on hand to offer tips on how to cope with any cravings and give other advice on your journey to becoming smokefree.

 

To find your nearest drop-in clinic, as well as up-to-date clinic times, ring Healthy Sefton on 0300 100 1000. And, remember, it can take a few attempts before you successfully quit smoking and the service is always happy to see previous clients.

 

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Why should I stop smoking?

Stopping smoking is the single most important thing you can do for your health. It can help your family and your finances too.

  • Out of 4,000 different chemicals in cigarette smoke, 40 are known to cause cancer.
  • Secondhand smoke affects those closest to you by increasing their risk of developing heart disease, cancers and breathing problems.
  • And, with an average packet of cigarettes costing £6 a day, by stopping smoking you could save nearly £200 in a month.

Watch Heart of Mersey's inspirational video to find out how other smokers have quit or reduced the number of cigarettes they smoke. 

 

What Sefton's Stop Smoking Service can offer you

SUPPORT, Sefton’s Stop Smoking Service is a friendly team of specialist nurses, advisors and support workers who have the advice you need to help you on the way to a healthier future.

The team will create your own quit plan, listen to any concerns and offer advice on suitable Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products and other treatments.

 

Want to stop smoking?  

Find out more...

Phone 0300 100 1000

Text SUPPORT to 80039 with your name and full postcode

Go to our facebook page (external website)

 

Where to use the service

Drop-in clinics
Clinics are held in a variety of locations and at different times to make them as convenient as possible. No appointment is necessary. Ring 0300 100 1000 to find your nearest clinic.

 
Pharmacies
The Stop Smoking Service works with a number of pharmacies in Sefton to provide the best possible advice and help to those wanting to quit smoking. They can refer people to the service when they need extra help.

 
GPs
Many people who smoke suffer from bronchitis, emphysema and asthma. If you want to stop smoking your doctor can refer you to the Stop Smoking Service. You are four times more likely to quit with support than if you decided to go it alone.

 

Workplaces and groups  
Employers are encouraged to host dedicated stop smoking sessions. The Stop Smoking team can also provide sessions wherever a group meets on a regular basis. Contact the team on 0151 234 5136 for more information.
 
Hospitals
Patients who want to give up smoking can get support to help them with cravings while in hospital. This support continues once discharged. Anyone can ask for further details on their ward.
 
Pregnancy

The service also has a specialist pregnancy nurse and advisor. They can support women who are stopping smoking throughout their pregnancy and also until after their baby is born. The team can advise pregnant women individually at an appointment time and location convenient for them.

 

More information

NHS Choices has tips on how to quit smoking as well as suggesting treatments to becoming smokefree.  

Other useful websites

www.smokefree.nhs.uk

www.quit.org.uk

  


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