Success Stories

There are lots of reasons to stop smoking And the benefits start sooner than you might think!

Simon quit smoking using the Smoke Free App

I knew I had to make a change – Simon’s story

Simon knew he had to make a change after being told at his over 50s health check that he would need to start taking statins.

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Shan quit smoking using the Smoke Free App

How I quit smoking with the Smoke Free App while raising two young children – Shan’s story

For Shan, quitting smoking wasn't just about her own health it was about being there for her two young children and creating a healthier future for her family.

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Sachin switched to vaping from tobacco

What happens when you stop smoking and start vaping – Sachin’s story

Sachin started smoking at university and continued for around 20 years before finally deciding to switch to vaping

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Annika quit smoking when she was pregnant

I quit smoking for my baby – Annika’s story

Annika quit smoking when she became pregnant with her first child as she didn’t want to be a smoking mum. She used her baby as the motivation to quit and got help from her midwife.

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Olivette quit smoking to breathe better

My breathing has really changed. It’s like my chest can expand more – Olivette’s story

After trying her first cigarette at 11 years old, Olivette was addicted to tobacco and was a heavy smoker by the time she turned 18.

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Erene had been smoking since she was 13 years old. Getting help and advice from her local stop smoking service helped her quit smoking.

I beat a 60-year smoking addiction thanks to my local stop smoking service – Erene’s story

After starting smoking at just 13, Erene decided it was time to quit after losing family members to smoking-related illness. With support from her local stop smoking service, she made the decision to stop for good.

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Chris stopped smoking

I wanted to give up smoking for my wife and be the best version of myself – Chris’s story

This is how Chris quit smoking with the support of loved ones and advice from ex-smokers.

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Make today your no smoking day

I swapped cigarettes for vaping after my wife died – Liam’s story

Liam switched to vaping after his wife died from smoking. Find out more about his motivation, smoking triggers, and how he did it.

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Marisa White stopped smoking by nicotine vaping

I’m excited about my future having quit smoking – Marissa’s story

The world is a bigger and better place when you're not smoking - Find out how Marisa went smoke free with the support of a Stop Smoking Advisor.

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