{"id":65109,"date":"2025-01-03T16:28:57","date_gmt":"2025-01-03T16:28:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/news\/?p=65109"},"modified":"2025-01-03T16:28:59","modified_gmt":"2025-01-03T16:28:59","slug":"ready-to-quit-smoking-for-good","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/news\/ready-to-quit-smoking-for-good\/","title":{"rendered":"Ready to quit smoking for good?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Stop For Life<\/strong>, Devon\u2019s free Stop Smoking Service is here to help you achieve your smokefree journey in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The friendly team of expert coaches guide you through a personalised 12-week programme of behaviour change coaching, practical tools and NRT support. They\u2019ll make quitting easier and more achievable than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t wait \u2014 take&nbsp; the first step towards a healthier, smokefree future today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your health and well-being. Here are some of the top benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Improved Health<\/strong>: Your body starts to heal almost immediately. Within 20 minutes, your heart rate and blood pressure drop, and after just 72 hours, your breathing becomes easier. Long-term, you\u2019ll reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better Breathing<\/strong>: Your lung capacity improves, making it easier to stay active and enjoy daily activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>More Energy<\/strong>: With better circulation and oxygen levels, you\u2019ll feel more energetic and less fatigued.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhanced Senses<\/strong>: Your sense of taste and smell return, letting you fully enjoy your favourite foods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Healthier Skin<\/strong>: Stopping smoking improves blood flow, giving your skin a more radiant, youthful appearance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Savings<\/strong>: Cutting out cigarettes saves you hundreds or even thousands of pounds a year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protecting Loved Ones<\/strong>: Quitting reduces second-hand smoke exposure, creating a healthier environment for family and friends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everyday smoke-free is a step towards a longer, healthier life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start your smokefree journey today:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stopforlifedevon.org\/get-started\/\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/stopforlifedevon.org\/get-started\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>0800 122 3866<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For general queries: <a href=\"mailto:info@stopforlifedevon.org\">info@stopforlifedevon.org<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For referrals: <a href=\"mailto:stopforlife.devon@nhs.net\">stopforlife.devon@nhs.net<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p 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