Up in a puff of smoke...

Everyone knows the danger of smoking and with two thirds of smokers wanting to quit; there's no better time than the dawn of a New Year for you to try. We are here to help you and you can start the New Year as a healthier, fitter and wealthier person.

Do you need an extra little push to convince yourself to quit? Here are some scary facts to consider...

  • 50% of smokers die from smoking related illness.
  • 450 people die every day of a smoking related illness.
  • There are 4000 chemicals in every cigarette. Forty of these are cancerous.
  • Men who smoke are more likely to contract lung cancer than men who don't.
  • Women who smoke are 14 times more likely to contract lung cancer than women who don't.
  • The average smoker spends £50,000 on smoking in their lifetime.

So now you want to quit but you're not sure how to go about it. We have developed a five step plan for you to follow:

  1. Set a date - Remember, if you do decide to go out and party on New Years EVE, it might be difficult to give up at the stroke of midnight, so pick a date that is right for you and try to stick to it.
  2. Clean Up - Remove anything associated with smoking from your surroundings - cigarettes, lighters, ashtrays and matches.
  3. Make a Plan - Write down a plan to help you cope with situations where you would usually light up. Carry your plan with you everywhere you go.
  4. Get Support - The easiest way to quit smoking and stay as a non-smoker is to get support. Tell family and friends that you are giving up so they can help you. Likewise, if you know other people who are trying to quit, then join forces.
  5. Visit Prestwich Pharmacy - Come in and talk to us, we're really symapathetic and we have treatments and advice that will help you to get through your withdrawal symptoms. We have a wide range of nicotine replacement products that will help with your cravings and we can develop a package that is just right for you.

So if you want to quit, come in and see us before your start date and we can help you develop your 5 stage quitting plan. Remember you can succeed!