Benefits of Stopping Smoking

• Reduce risks of heart and circulation problems. Circulation improves 20 minutes after giving up. After 5 years the risk of having a heart attack falls to half that of a smoker, and after 10 years the risk is the same as someone who has never smoked

• Improve breathing and have more energy to enjoy a more active lifestyle

• Reduce risks of lung cancer and other smoking related illnesses

• Have more money to enjoy treats for yourself or your family

Top Tips for Stopping Smoking

• Contact North East Lincolnshire NHS Stop Smoking Service for free advice and
information on quitting - Telephone 01472 302787

• Take the opportunity to book on to a support programme (see below).
This is the most effective way to quit

• Choose a quit date that will be stress free, and stick to it

• Find out about products that will help to manage cravings, such as nicotine patches, gum or Zyban

• Plan to keep busy. Take up a new hobby, start a project or plan more exercise
(join STEPS or WalkWell)

• Tell family and friends and get their support

• Quit with a friend and support each other

• At first, plan to avoid situations where you might be tempted to smoke

• Get support online e.g www.givingupsmoking.co.uk

• Plan treats

• Take your quit attempt seriously: be determined and stay positive. You CAN do it!!

North East Lincolnshire NHS Stop Smoking Service

• Provides help and support for people who are motivated and ready to stop smoking, programmes are run by specialist advisors

• Meet once a week for 6 weeks and operate from a variety of locations in Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Immingham

• You are not expected to have stopped smoking prior to the start of a programme

• The first session is an introduction, with advice on planning and preparing to stop, the quit date is then set during the second week

• The advisors give information on nicotine replacement and Zyban, how to obtain these (usually on prescription), and how to use them effectively

• Carbon monoxide monitors are used at each session

• Following the 6 week programme, support is offered to the 1 year point, with regular relapse prevention clinics and access to a telephone support line

• We have a dedicated specialist smoking and pregnancy advisor, whose remit includes families with young children, she is able to offer support in smaller groups, or on a 1 to 1 basis

Anyone wanting more information about our service, or wishing to book on to a programme can telephone directly 01472 302787. Alternatively, you can ask to be referred by GP, Practice Nurse, Dentist or Pharmacist. The service is provided by North East Lincolnshire Primary Care Trust, and is free to clients.