Quitting Smoking on National No Smoking Day 2014

You probably know that smoking is one of the biggest preventable causes of premature death in the UK. It’s linked to a range of serious and often fatal conditions; including heart disease and lung cancer.

But there is good news. No matter what your age or how long you've been smoking, almost as soon as you quit, the health benefits begin.

Are you under 35? If you stop now, it’s likely you’ll live just as long as a non-smoker.

And even if you’re between 65 and 74, give up smoking and you'll have a better life expectancy beyond 75 than those who continue to smoke.

Quitting smoking doesn’t have to be about losing something - it's about getting something back too.

Currently a packet of 20 cigarettes costs around £8, so quitting will give a 20-a-day smoker an extra £56 a week.

You'll also save money in other ways. Life, home and car insurance can all be cheaper when you’re a non-smoker.

For further help or advice do drop in and see us or call on 01548 852165

After...

20 minutes	Your heart rate and blood pressure return to normal
8 hours	Nicotine and carbon monoxide start to leave your body and oxygen levels return to normal.
24 hours	Your lungs start to clear out mucus and other smoking debris.
48 hours	Nicotine has been eliminated from your body and your sense of smell and taste both improve.
2 - 12 weeks	Exercise becomes easier and your breathing improves.
3 - 9 months	Any coughs, wheezing and breathing problems are reduced as your lungs repair.
1 year	Your risk of coronary heart disease is now half that of a smoker.