NHS STOP SMOKING

FREE EXPERT HELP FOR SMOKING CESSATION

Our specially trained pharmacy team can help you stop smoking. With our free expert help and advice, you can break the habit and quit for good. As part of your cessation programme, we may recommend Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) to break your nicotine addiction. You may prefer gum, patches or other forms that suit your needs and lifestyle.

Evidence shows that the NHS Stop Smoking Service works better than willpower alone. You’re four times more likely to quit by using NRT, with support and advice to break the habit.

THIS IS HOW THE 12 WEEK NHS STOP SMOKING PROGRAMME WORKS

Initial Consultation

Your 12 week NHS Stop Smoking programme starts with a consultation with our specially trained advisor or pharmacist. It takes around 15 minutes, and we’ll discuss the programme and the best way for you to quit. We’ll also set a quit date so you have a target to aim for.

Week 1

You visit your pharmacy on or before your agreed start date. You have a 5 minute consultation and pick up your first week’s NRT (if recommended).

Week 2-12

You’ll drop into your local pharmacy every week for 12 weeks to pick up your supply of NRT.

Availability

This service is available in all our pharmacies, so pop into your local pharmacy to find out more.