Stop Smoking

Quitting Smoking

OK, you already know how bad smoking is for you; in fact, you probably know an adult whose health has suffered due to the habit.

Young people today are much savvier about smoking – with fewer than ever starting to smoke. However, big tobacco companies are actively looking to bring new ‘customers’ into the market, and some 350 young people start smoking in England every day.

Did you know?

67% of smokers start before the age of 16, and 84% by the age of 18
80% of people smoking at the age of 18 will become life-long smokers

Quitting smoking

Need help on quitting smoking? If you, or someone you know, smokes and wants to quit there’s a wide range of free support locally through Smoke Free Free stop smoking support in Coventry & Warwickshire – Smoke Free CW

Vaping

Vaping is unsuitable for young people due to their developing lungs and brains, making them more vulnerable. Further research is needed to understand the effects of vaping on the body, as currently we think vaping is less harmful than smoking but we are still unsure of the long-term effects.

Common side effects include:

• Nicotine addiction
• Dry/sore mouth and throat
• Shortness of breath
• Headaches/dizziness
• Coughing

Tips for quitting:

• Increase time between vaping
• Use refillable vapes to reduce nicotine
• Create strategies to manage cravings
• Limit vaping locations and times
• Set a quit date

For more support, visit Quit Vaping | Smokefree Teen.