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QMUL Stop Smoking Service
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Support for the Tower Hamlets, Newham & Waltham Forest community to give up smoking & smokeless tobacco. Tel: 02078828230. Part of #QMUL & #WIPH.
📣 “I didn’t think I could quit, but I did. The support was amazing and I feel amazing.” – Michal, ex-smoker from Newham

You don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to help. #TestimonialTuesday #StopSmokingSupport
November 15, 2025 at 8:01 PM
New stop-smoking pill Varenicline now available via NHS services.

Contact your local stop smoking service and get an appointment with an advisor to see if it's right for you.

#NHSNews #QuitSupport
November 14, 2025 at 12:01 PM
📍Outreach Event:
Catch us at Whitechapel Town Hall this Friday from 3–6pm for TH Community day with Diabetes UK . Free quit kits, expert advice & CO monitoring. Let’s talk about quitting.

#TowerHamletsHealth #SmokeFreeQMUL
November 13, 2025 at 4:05 PM
For the first time, more UK adults vape than smoke. ash.org.uk/media-centre...?

Vaping can be a helpful step in quitting – but it’s not for everyone. Talk to us about your options. Call: 0207 882 8230. #VapingFacts #QuitSmoking
November 12, 2025 at 12:02 PM
💡 Health Tip Tuesday

Replace smoking triggers with healthy habits:
☕ Switch coffee for herbal tea
🚶♂️ Take a walk after meals
🎧 Listen to music when stressed

#QuitTips #HealthyHabits
November 11, 2025 at 9:01 AM
📊 Smoking rates in England dropped to 10.4% in 2024 – the lowest ever! www.gov.uk/government/s...

Let’s keep the momentum going. Join our free clinics at QMUL.
Call: 0207 882 8230. Email: clinicbookings@qmul.ac.uk

#PublicHealth #SmokeFreeGeneration
November 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
🧠 Did you know? Quitting smoking improves mental health within weeks. Less anxiety, better sleep, and more energy.

#MentalHealthMatters #QuitSmoking
November 8, 2025 at 7:30 PM
🚭 Thinking of quitting smoking? You’re not alone.

Our Stop Smoking Service offers free support across Tower Hamlets, Newham and Waltham Forest.

Book your first session today. Call 0207 882 8230. #SmokeFreeLondon #QuitSmoking
November 7, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Around one in two LGBTQ+ people who smoke said they smoked to relieve stress. It actually makes it worse.

Get help to quit with the free Smoke Free App for London on our website. stopsmokinglondon.com/lgbtq-week/ #stopsmokinglondon_lgbtq
October 30, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Lou Ross and Rose Pink from the Smoke Free App discuss why Stop Smoking London’s LGBTQ+ Week is so important and how the Smoke Free App can help you.

Find out more and get the app: stopsmokinglondon.com/lgbtqweek/ #stopsmokinglondon_lgbtq
October 29, 2025 at 12:05 PM
It’s Stop Smoking London LGBTQ+ Week. Ludwig lost his mum to smoking. Before she died, he promised her he would quit. After 15 years of trying, he is now free.

You can be too. Find out how on our website: stopsmokinglondon.com/lgbtq-week/
October 28, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Congratulations! You have done the best thing you can for your health by quitting smoking - and after 28 days of being smoke free, you're now 5 times more likely to quit for good 🎉 To help keep on you track - www.nhs.uk/better-healt...
October 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM
This week we’re shining a light on the realities of smoking in LGBTQ+ communities. Real stories, expert advice + ways to quit. You’re 3x as likely to be successful with support and nicotine replacement.

Download the Smoke Free App to get these free: stopsmokinglondon.com/lgbtq-week/
October 27, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Have you spotted these in Tower Hamlets? If so, capture it and tag us and tell us how your #Stoptober journey is going!
October 23, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Our advisor joined the team at Westbury Medical centre yesterday who were amazing in helping to put this together for their patients. The team spoke to several patients who wanted support to give up and were struggling to find something that worked for them. #Stoptober #Stopsmoking
October 22, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Don't quit quitting! Just one more week until you're five times more likely to quit for good 🎉 Until then, have a look at some tips on how to stay strong and #keepgoing - www.nhs.uk/better-healt...
October 21, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Haven't managed to quit yet this Stoptober? We're ready when you are - let's quit smoking together. Get support from QMUL Stop smoking services by visiting:

Newham: wellnewham.org.uk/advice/stop-smoking
Tower Hamlets: quitrightth.org
Waltham Forest: quitrightwf.org
October 17, 2025 at 11:30 AM
🚭 Stoptober at Whipps Cross!

Our advisor will be at Whipps Cross Hospital today from 12–2pm in the canteen, joining the amazing Barts Health team to support the #Stoptober campaign.

Drop by for advice, support & resources to help you quit smoking! 💬💪

#Stoptober
October 16, 2025 at 10:23 AM
We're almost half way through #Stoptober! Many of you have taken up the amazing challenge of giving up from the 1st of October. Right now, blood will be pumping through to your heart and muscles much better because your circulation will has improved. Keep going!
October 13, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Our advisor and volunteer attended the Dental Hospital at Royal London hospital to help patients who have been long term smokeless tobacco users. Patients were very happy to speak to the team and go through their options to give up. #Stoptober #Smokefree
October 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM
🧠 World Mental Health Day Reminder

Smoking doesn’t relieve stress—it adds to it.

Quitting can improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and help you feel more in control.
Your mind matters. Your health matters. 💚

#WorldMentalHealthDay #SmokeFree #MentalHealthMatters
October 10, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Join Quit Well Newham for a special outreach event!

💬 Get free advice and support to help you quit smoking
🎁 Pick up resources and tools
👥 Chat with friendly advisors

📍 Outside Stratford Mall
🕑 Wednesday 8th Oct | 2PM – 4PM

Let’s make this #Stoptober count 💪
October 8, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Did you catch our team at the Ageing Well Festival over the weekend? There were a host of health providers at Newham Leisure centre alongside our team who provided CO readings, as well as help and support to Newham residents who wanted to give up smoking. #Stoptober
October 6, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Great energy at yesterday’s Men’s Health event at @Ideastores Watney Market! Our advisor from Quit Right Tower Hamlets was on hand to support local men with expert advice on quitting smoking and improving wellbeing. #Stoptober #Smokefree #MensHealth
October 3, 2025 at 9:58 AM
#Stoptober starts today! You are doing the best thing you can for your health by quitting - and you don't need to do it alone. There are plenty of ways to get support, but the best way to get started is to get your free Personal Quit Plan. 👉 Call: 0207 882 8230.
October 1, 2025 at 8:02 AM