Mersey Care is striving to become totally smoke free across all its sites and services. In October 2024, the Government published new data confirming the prevalence of tobacco smoking within the general population in England, is now at 12 percent. This continues the general downward trend observed since 2011 (20 percent).
As part of our goal to become smoke free and in support of national No Smoking Day on 12 March, your Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service are working to provide you with the latest information and resources to help you quit. The team have also enlisted the support from two of our local stop smoking services to visit sites in March.
| Date | Time | Site | Stop Smoking Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 18 March | 11:30am-1.30pm |
V7 Building (Trust Headquarters) Find us in reception |
Smokefree Knowsley |
| Thursday 20 March | 11:30am-1.30pm |
Find us in reception |
Smokefree Warrington |
Benefits of quitting smoking
The earlier you quit smoking, the more you're likely to benefit.
But it's never too late – because quitting will improve your health whatever your age and no matter how long you have smoked.
Create a Personal Quit Plan
Don't know where to start? Answer a few simple questions to get a Personalised Quit Plan, designed to support you every step of the way. With tailored advice and practical tips, this plan gives you the tools to quit smoking and stay smoke free for good.
Download the free NHS Quit Smoking app
Use the NHS Quit Smoking app this 2025 to help you quit smoking and start breathing more easily.
The app allows you to:
- track your progress
- see how much you're saving
- get daily support
- get inspired by others
Once you reach 28 days smoke-free, you're much more likely to quit for good!
Find your local Stop Smoking Service
There's a free local Stop Smoking Service near you. It's much easier to stop smoking when you get the right support and with professional help, you're 3 times as likely to quit for good.
Contact your local service to check they can help you before visiting them at their address.
Staying smoke free
You've quit smoking! That's great news! Now, with a solid plan and the right support, you can manage cravings, handle triggers and avoid relapsing.
Explore these guides for practical tips to help you stay smoke free.
Want to know what happens when you quit smoking? Click the image below to watch a short animation detailing the timeline for health benefits.
