Why Choose an NHS Stop Smoking Service?
You don’t have to do it alone—the majority of people who see an adviser get through their first month without a single cigarette.
Stopping smoking is one of the best steps you can take for your health. Our local pharmacy stop smoking service provides accurate information, ongoing motivation, and tailored action plans without pressure. You don’t even need to be 100% sure you want to quit before booking an initial session; it is a safe space to talk through your situation and explore your options.
What Your Support Includes
- 1-to-1 Appointments: Private, confidential sessions with a trained stop smoking adviser in our consultation room.
- Carbon Monoxide (CO) Breath Tests: Quick, non-invasive breath tests that show how rapidly your body is clearing poisonous gases and recovering.
- Affordable & Accessible Treatments: Guidance and direct access to NHS-endorsed nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) or stop smoking tablets.
- Personalised Action Plan: We work with you to choose a realistic quit date and identify strategies to overcome cravings and daily triggers.
How the 12-Week Programme Works (Step-by-Step)
- Step 1: The Initial Consultation Talk about your smoking history, past quit attempts, and daily habits. Take your first CO breath test and set your quit date.
- Step 2: First 4 Weeks (Weekly Support) Have weekly check-ins with your adviser (in-person or by phone) to measure your progress, renew your treatment supplies, and tackle challenging situations.
- Step 3: Weeks 5 to 12 (Relapse Prevention) Maintain regular support over the rest of the 12-week programme to build long-term smoke-free habits and stay on track.