Every year about 78,000 people in England die from smoking.
For every death caused by smoking, around 20 smokers are suffering from a smoking related disease. It is the number one cause of preventable death and illness in the country. About half of all lifelong smokers will die early, losing 10 years of life on average. In North Tyneside half of the gap in life expectancy between our most and least affluent communities is attributed to smoking related death.
The earlier you quit the less life you lose.
There are many benefits of quitting smoking and support from a Stop Smoking Adviser increases your chance of stopping for good.
There are a number of Pharmacies across North Tyneside that offer FREE stop smoking support and treatment, coming up with a tailored plan to help you deal with cravings.
For more information click here.
If you would like to find out more about stop smoking support that these pharmacies offer please call us on 0191 643 7171 or email stopsmoking@northtyneside.gov.uk. This line is open Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5.00pm
E-cigarettes
E-cigarettes allow you to inhale nicotine through vapour rather than smoke. This vapour doesn't contain tar or carbon monoxide, two of the most harmful elements in tobacco smoke. Using an e-cigarette isn't completely risk-free, but it is at least 95% less harmful than smoking and can help you quit.
E-cigarettes can also be used to stop smoking along with support from a Stop Smoking Adviser.
You can find out more about e-cigarettes here.
