Stoptober is back, encouraging smokers across Herefordshire to take the first step towards quitting for good. Research shows that people who stop smoking for 28 days are five times more likely to quit permanently, making October the perfect time to give it another go.

The Healthy Lifestyles team offers a free stop smoking service for Herefordshire residents and anyone registered with a Herefordshire GP. Support is available through regular Healthy Lifestyle drop-in sessions, specialist stop smoking services, and a range of digital tools to help people stay on track.  

Herefordshire residents can additionally download the Smoke Free App free of charge, providing 24/7 support, progress tracking and access to a supportive online community.

For more information on local support, visit the Talk Community Directory.