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Smoking

Smoking is still a major cause of health problems in Wales, as in the rest of the UK, with approximately 6,000 smoking related deaths per year.

Giving up smoking can be very difficultfor some, but with such clear advantages to both your health and pocket, it's the goal of many of even those who have been smoking for years. However, many need suppport to do this, and these days there are more sources of help thatn ever, including your own doctor. More details about the resources available in the links below.

Useful contacts

  • Stop Smoking Wales

    A practical website and telephone support service giving you infomation about how to stop smoking.

  • NHS Smoking Helpline

    Advice over the phone or through the website about the best ways to give up smoking.

    • Telephone: 0800 022 4332 (7am-11pm, 7 days a week)
    • Visit website
  • ASH Wales

    One of the main voluntary sector organisations involved in supporting projects and lobbying for less tobacco use in Wales.

  • Stub

    Information website for young people in Wales who wnat to know more about smoking and giving up the habit.

  • Quit

    An independent charity which helps people to give up smoking. Information and advice for professionals as well as individuals who want to give up.