This No Smoking Day (Monday, 11th March), smokers in Coventry and Warwickshire are being encouraged to join the thousands of other local people who have accessed free support to quit over the past few years.

There are many benefits to quitting smoking together, whether with friends, family, or those in the local community who are also trying to quit. Evidence shows that people who use stop smoking services are significantly more likely to quit successfully than those who try without support.

One person who stopped smoking with support is Lucy, who was helped by Coventry Stop Smoking in Pregnancy Service when she found out she was pregnant. Hear her story:

Pregnant women can access support by speaking to their midwife or visiting https://smokefreecw.co.uk/ssip

Anyone else aged 12+ years who lives, works, studies, or is registered with a GP in Coventry and Warwickshire can access support at smokefreecw.co.uk. This includes one-to-one appointments with trained advisors, group sessions, help to manage cravings, access to nicotine replacement therapy or vape quit kits, and access to the Smoke Free app. Hear from stop smoking advisor Scott about what to expect:

When people stop smoking, they will see vast improvements to both their physical and mental health. The benefits can be felt almost immediately after stopping, with senses of taste and smell improving after only 48 hours. Quitting can also lead to improvements in mental health, reducing feelings of anxiety and stress and increasing positive moods.

Find out more about the free support available by visiting https://smokefreecw.co.uk/ or by calling 0333 005 0092 (Warwickshire) or 0800 122 3780 (Coventry).