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How we can help you stop smoking

Smokefree North Somerset can support you to become smokefree.

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Smokefree North Somerset

Text HELP to 07860 025 750

smokefree@n-somerset.gov.uk

01275 546744

    It’s never too late to stop smoking!

    Our advisors here at Smokefree North Somerset offer a non-judgmental support for those who want to stop smoking. We understand the difficulties involved in stopping smoking and we offer the most effective way of stopping smoking for good.

    You are 3 times more likely to quit with our support.

    • Our advisors are trained experts in helping people to stop smoking
    • We provide free support via our smokefree support sessions
    • You can receive 12 weeks free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) such as patches, lozenges and mouth spray to help reduce your withdrawal symptoms
    • We are a vape friendly service providing vape kits and 12 weeks’ worth of e-liquids
    • We can support you to access prescription only medication from your GP
    • NRT sent to a local pharmacy for you to collect

    Sign up  and one of our specialist advisors will contact you to discuss support options.

     

    Looking to refer someone for stop smoking support?

    • Complete our online Referral Form, selecting Professional Referral when asked ‘Is this referral for’
    • Fill in the individual’s details and our specialist advisors will contact them
    • Don’t forget to select your organisation and add your name so we can provide you with the outcome of your referral
    • Take a look at our Professional Area to learn more about stopping smoking and the training available for yourself and your organisation

     

     

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    Smokefree AppDownload the Smokefree app to help you stop smoking.Follow link toSmokefree App
    NHS – Vaping to quit smokingNicotine vaping is substantially less harmful than smoking. It's also one of the most effective tools for quitting smoking.Follow link toNHS – Vaping to quit smoking
    NHS – Vaping myths and the factsHere are some of the most common myths about vaping, and the facts based on scientific evidence and data.Follow link toNHS – Vaping myths and the facts
    Our Vape Friendly CertificateWe are a certified vape friendly service, take a look at our certificate from the National Centre for Smoking Cessation and Training. Download PDF (260 KB)
    NHS – Young People and vapingNicotine vaping is substantially less harmful than smoking – however, it is not risk-free. Vaping is not for children and young people, whose developing lungs and brains are more sensitive to its effects.Follow link toNHS – Young People and vaping

    Information

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    Support

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    Hints and Tips

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    Stories

    Stop Smoking tagsAndrea’s StoryBetter health, more money and no more smell. Find out how we helped Andrea stop smoking.Find out more about 'Andrea’s Story'Save Andrea’s Story to favourites
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    Stop Smoking tagsShannon’s StoryAfter being referred by her Midwife, Shannon successfully stop smoking and is now raising her daughter in a smokefree home.Find out more about 'Shannon’s Story'Save Shannon’s Story to favourites
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    News

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