Stoptober – We can do this !!

Let’s quit smoking together this Stoptober

Stoptober is back, inviting smokers across England to join the millions who have already quit through the campaign.

With over five million adults in England still smoking and around 75,000 deaths each year caused by smoking-related illnesses, quitting remains one of the best things you can do for your health. Those who stop smoking for 28 days are five times more likely to quit for good.

While many people try to quit ‘cold turkey’, success rates are much higher with support. That’s why this year’s Stoptober campaign is encouraging smokers to take advantage of the free tools and resources available to help them quit this October.

With the right support, you have a much better chance of quitting for good this Stoptober Head to Stop smoking service Birmingham City Council to find your nearest service provider, for help and support on your smoke free journey.

Free support includes the NHS Quit Smoking app, a Personal Quit Plan, expert help from local stop smoking services, and the Smoke free Facebook group. Information about aids such as nicotine-free medicines, nicotine replacement therapies, and vaping can also be found at Quit smoking – Better Health – NHS

Together, we can make this Stoptober the start of a healthier, smoke-free future.