Take Back Your Life this No Smoking Day
No Smoking Day is on Wednesday, 12 March 2025.
It’s a great time to stop smoking, start feeling better and take back your life. No matter how long you’ve smoked, quitting can improve your health.
Health Benefits of Quitting
The benefits of quitting start fast.
- After 20 minutes – Your heart rate and blood pressure drop.
- After 12 hours – Carbon monoxide levels in your blood return to normal.
- After a few weeks – Your lungs work better, and your breathing improves.
- After a year – Your risk of heart disease is half that of a smoker.
Long-term, quitting lowers your risk of stroke, cancer, and lung disease. You’ll also have more energy and feel healthier.
Feel Better Mentally
Quitting smoking is good for your mind, too. Many ex-smokers feel less stressed and more in control. It can also improve your mood and help you sleep better. While quitting isn’t easy, support is available.
Save Money
Smoking is expensive. The average smoker spends £2,000 a year on cigarettes. Quitting means extra money for holidays, hobbies, or treats for your family.
Get Free Help to Quit
You don’t have to quit alone. The NHS offers free tools to help:
✅ Personal Quit Plan – A step-by-step guide that suits your needs.
✅ NHS Quit Smoking App – Track your progress and get daily support.
✅ Local Stop Smoking Services – Get expert advice and one-to-one help.
Start Today
No Smoking Day is the perfect time to take the first step. If you can quit for 28 days, you’re five times more likely to stop for good.
Join thousands of others this No Smoking Day and make the change.
👉 Get free support at NHS Quit Smoking.