NHS Lothian Quit Your Way

09/03/2026

If you smoke, one of the best things you can do to prevent a chest infection is to stop. Find out more about chest infections, the symptoms, causes and how to prevent chest infections at NHS Inform ⬇⬇

www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/infections-and-poisoning/chest-infection

06/03/2026

It’s always a good idea to stop 🚭
Often, people who have smoked for many years believe that “there’s no point in quitting, because the damage has been done”.
In fact, new research shows that, regardless of how much you previously smoked, quitting can reverse the damage.

More info here ⬇

In just one day, your risk of having a heart attack will decrease. The health benefits of stopping smoking don't stop there...

04/03/2026

Next week 📅📌
Wednesday- 11th March is No Smoking Day

We’re encouraging everyone who smokes and wants to quit, to
stop for No Smoking Day.
🔸 For advice, visit QuitYourWay.Scot
🔹 Get free expert support to stop smoking - local info found at NHS Inform ⬇
tinyurl.com/qywlothian

02/03/2026

Looking for an app to help with your quit attempt? QuitNow! makes quitting easier by providing a community chat with others who are also on a stop smoking journey. It also focuses on your health improvements from quitting and financial gains.

It’s free to download from your app store, just search for Quit Now! And look for the logo

27/02/2026

The chemicals in ci******es can make the walls of your arteries sticky. Fatty material starts to stick to the walls of your arteries, they can become clogged and space for blood to flow is reduced.

🫀 If the arteries that carry blood to your heart get clogged, it can lead to a heart attack.
🧠 If the arteries that carry blood to your brain get clogged, it can lead to a stroke.

More info on how smoking can affect your health ⬇

If you smoke, quitting is the single most important step you can take to protect the health of your heart. Find out more about how smoking affects your heart.

25/02/2026

By quitting smoking, you could improve your mental health.
When you stop smoking you’ll
Feel less stressed
Feel happier
Take back control
Reduce financial worries
Enjoy a better quality of life

More info https://makesmokinghistory.co.uk/latest/top-5-mental-health-benefits-of-quitting-smoking/

To self refer for advice and support to quit, head over to tinyurl.com/qywlothian and self-refer through the green “click to be contacted” button.

With specialist support and medication, you are more likely to be successful in quitting.

23/02/2026

There is a free NHS service to help you quit smoking.
With NHS support and free medication, you will be more likely to stop smoking and stay stopped.
More info at NHS Inform ⬇⬇
Tinyurl.com/qywlothian

For support to stop smoking in the Midlothian area please contact us on 0131 537 9914 and we can arrange for one of our practitioners to contact you. Alternatively, you can self-refer for support ...

23/02/2026

🤰Pregnant or planning a family?
Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for you and your baby. The earlier you stop smoking in your pregnancy, the better.
👨‍👩‍👧 If your partner and family need help to stop smoking, we can them help too.

🤝 Quit Your Way Scotland is here with free advice and support.
📱 QuitYourWay.scot | 0800 84 84 84

Find local support on NHS Inform ⬇⬇
tinyurl.com/qywlothian

For support to stop smoking in the Midlothian area please contact us on 0131 537 9914 and we can arrange for one of our practitioners to contact you. Alternatively, you can self-refer for support ...

20/02/2026

Get some extra support with your stop smoking journey- use the NHS Quit Smoking app to help you quit smoking and start breathing easier.
The app allows you to:
track your progress
see how much you're saving
get daily support.
If you can make it to 28 days smoke-free, you’re more likely to quit for good!
More info and how to download here; https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

18/02/2026

Exercise can help improve your general mood, self-confidence, sleep quality, energy levels and stress levels.

Exercise can also help distract you from ni****ne cravings when you are stopping smoking, and it keeps you busy. You don’t need to join a gym, walking or chair exercises can be beneficial.

More info on the benefits of exercise at NHS Inform
https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/keeping-active/benefits-of-exercise/

16/02/2026

It’s important to find a way to stop smoking that works for you.
🤝 You can get support to Quit Your Way at your local community pharmacy, including free one-to-one support and stop-smoking medication over a 12-week period.
📱 QuitYourWay.scot | 0800 84 84 84

Get more info and help to find your local community pharmacy on NHS Inform ⬇

https://www.nhsinform.scot/scotlands-service-directory/health-and-wellbeing-services/13724%201edc1116/

16/02/2026

Stopping smoking can have a positive impact on your appearance.
Check out these 5 visible benefits to your appearance here

https://www.nicorette.co.uk/getting-ready-to-quit/5-visible-benefits-of-quitting-smoking