Stop smoking
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Stop smoking
With our help, you’re 3 times more likely to quit. We will be with you every step of the way
We offer up to 12 weeks of free support and our advisors will help you to develop a quit plan with e-cigarettes and nicotine replacement therapy sent straight to your door
We can also offer face-to-face appointments in Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough
Congratulations on taking the first step to a smoke-free life. Stopping smoking will help you feel better, and will almost immediately improve your health.
We offer:
- a dedicated stop smoking service, providing up to 12 weeks of free behavioural support
- tips and advice on how to stop smoking
- face to face or telephone appointments
- appointments available Monday to Friday across North Northamptonshire
- a free course of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) which may include an e-cigarette starter kit and 12-week supply of e-liquid
Complete our online form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can - our team will usually be able to get an appointment for you within 2 to 4 weeks.
You can also call us on 0300 126 5700 (option 2).
After 20 minutes
Your pulse rate will already be starting to return to normal
After 8 hours
Your oxygen levels are recovering and the harmful carbon monoxide level in your blood will have reduced by half
After 48 hours
All carbon monoxide is flushed out. Your lungs are clearing mucus and your senses of taste and smell are improving
After 72 hours
If you notice that breathing feels easier, it's because your bronchial tubes have started to relax. Your energy will be increasing
After 2 to 12 weeks
Blood will be pumping through to your heart and muscles much better because your circulation will have improved
After 3 to 9 months
Any coughs, wheezing or breathing problems will be improving as your lung function increases by up to 10%
After 1 year
Great news! Your risk of heart attack will have halved compared to a smoker
After 10 years
Your risk of death from lung cancer will have halved compared with a smoker
Illegal tobacco
Illegal tobacco makes it easier for children to start smoking and get hooked at a young age.
It's often a part of organised crime and is linked to a range of other illegal trades including alcohol, people-trafficking and drug smuggling.
If you are aware of any illegal activity of illicit tobacco you should report this to your nearest Citizens Advice Bureau.
More information can be found at the illicit tobacco partnership.
Last updated 03 June 2024