Campaigns
At Smokefree Lancashire, we support and take part in a range of national quit-smoking campaigns, including National No Smoking Day in March and Stopober - the perfect opportunities to get on board and begin your journey to a smoke-free future.
We also run our our campaigns throughout the year, such as in the run-up to Christmas and in the New Year, times when you might be thinking about how much smoking is costing you and the impact on your health.
Look out for news on the website and our social media channels about ways you can get involved - from events and group sessions to pledging as a family or workplace to go smokefree!
Why Quit Smoking?
Health Benefits:
Within 20 minutes: Your heart rate and blood pressure drop.
Within 12 hours: Carbon monoxide levels in your blood return to normal.
Within 2-12 weeks: Your circulation and lung function improve.
Within 1 year: Your risk of coronary heart disease is halved.
Within 5 years: Your risk of stroke is similar to that of a non-smoker.
Within 10 years: Your risk of lung cancer is about half that of a person who still smokes.
Financial Benefits:
Smoking 11 cigarettes a day costs approximately £47 per week, £206 per month, and £1,239 over six months.
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Your Guide to Quitting Success
Congratulations on taking the step to quit smoking!
Here are some helpful tips to support you on your journey:
Mark Your Quit Date: Make it official by adding it to your calendar
Reasons to Quit: Keep your motivations visible by listing them.
Share Your Decision: Let friends and family know about your commitment.
Learn from Past Attempts: Recall what worked in previous attempts to quit.
Explore Stop Smoking Aids: Consider aids to ease the process.
Plan for Temptations: Have strategies ready for challenging moments.
Identify Triggers: List and plan to avoid your smoking triggers.
Stay Busy: Engage in activities to distract from cravings.
Exercise the Urge Away: Physical activity is a great distraction.
Seek Support: Join our supportive community on Facebook for guidance.
Best of luck! Discard all cigarettes before you begin, and remember, you're not alone on this journey.