Quit smoking

Do you want to stop smoking?

There are some very good reasons why people may want to give up smoking. Not only is it extremely beneficial to your health, it will make you look better, feel better and save money too.

Wrinkles around smoker's eyes are often a result of narrowing them against the smoke
The build up of toxins can lead to cellulite
The decrease in blood oxygen levels results in dry and dull skin
Children of smokers are themselves more likely to smoke

The contact information below will put you in touch with experts who have helped thousands of people to give up smoking. They will be willing to give you practical advice and support.

If you would like to receive practical advice and support to help you give up smoking, here are a few useful contacts:

PHOENIX Lincolnshire's NHS Stop Smoking Service

Tel: 01522 550681

QUIT

Tel: 0800 00 22 00

The benefits of quitting

After 20 minutes	Blood pressure and pulse return to normal
After 8 hours	The amount of nicotine and carbon monoxide in the blood is halved, and the amount of oxygen is back to normal
After 24 hours	Carbon monoxide is completely eliminated from the body, lungs begin to eliminate the mucus and other debris from smoking
After 48 hours	Body is free of nicotine; resulting in an improved sense of smell and taste
After 72 hours	Breathing improves and the small tubes in the lungs relax, helping to boost energy levels
After 2-12 weeks	Circulation improves
After 3-9 months	Lung function increases, resulting in fewer cough and breathing problems
After 1 year	Risk of having a heart attack is halved
After 10 years	Risk of developing lung cancer is halved
After 15 years	Risk of having a heart attack is the same as someone who has never smoked