What is Stoptober and how can it help you quit smoking for good? Stoptober is an annual event run by Public Health England and the NHS Smokefree to encourage participants to give up smoking for twenty-eight days.
The annual event believes that you are five times more likely to stop smoking for good if you give up for the twenty-eight day period.
You can register on the Stoptober website for access to the mobile app, Stoptober kit and online support community. You can also access the NHS Smokefree resources, which include:
You can also discuss potential stop smoking medicines and support services with your GP.
The Health-on-Line smoking lung is and interactive digital lung, that shows you the effects of smoking on your respiratory system. But it isn't all bad news; the smoking lung also shows you the positive effects of stopping smoking.
If you have been thinking about quitting smoking for a while, there is never a better time than now. Join in with Stoptober and kick the habit for good.