Smoking is still the greatest single cause of avoidable illness and premature death in the UK.
We appreciate how hard it can be to give up, but your health matters, and that's why our Smoking Cessation Advisors will support and motivate you through possibly, the most difficult challenge of your life.
Delmergate Pharmacy - Helping the local community in Ashford, Chatham and Sevenoaks.
Our Smoking Cessation Advisors are accredited pharmacists and trained Senior Medical Assistants who attend regular training sessions to ensure that we can provide our patients with the highest level of care and support at all times.
How it works
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Contact us or speak to the pharmacist
If we can help you give up, please contact us or speak to our pharmacist directly.
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Your advisor designs a personal Quitters Plan
Your personal advisor will sit with you and evaluate your condition and design a personal Quitters Plan, which will be monitored and modified as the course progresses.
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Your advisor prescribes the right NRT
Your advisor will recommend and prescribe a course of Nicotine Replacement Therapy most appropriate for you: patches, gum, lozenges, inhalators or nasal sprays.
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Weekly or fortnightly appointments for 6 to 12 weeks
The course can last between 6 to 12 weeks and includes weekly or 2 weekly appointments with your advisor in the privacy of a private consultation room.
Good to know
What it costs
If you are exempt from prescription payments there will be no charge for this service, otherwise the normal prescription charges will apply for any products that your advisor prescribes for you. Please note, there is no charge for the counselling service itself.
Quit Smoking
Quitting smoking is a journey that many people embark on, but not everyone is successful. It's a habit that can be difficult to break, but the benefits of quitting far outweigh the temporary pleasure of lighting up a cigarette. Quitting smoking is not easy, but it is one of the best decisions you may ever make for your health and well-being. It's a journey that requires determination and support, but the benefits are worth it. If you are thinking about quitting smoking, I encourage you to take the first step and seek out support and resources. Your future self will thank you.
Improve Mental Health
Not only does quitting smoking benefit your physical health, but it also has a positive impact on your mental health. Smoking is often used as a coping mechanism for stress and anxiety, but in reality, it only adds to these issues.
Save Money
Another major benefit of quitting smoking is the financial savings. Smoking is an expensive habit, and the cost adds up quickly. It's amazing to see how much money you could be wasting on something that is harming your health.
Protect Loved Ones
Of course, quitting smoking is not an easy feat. It takes determination, willpower, and support. One of the things that helps most is finding a support system. Whether it's through a quit smoking program, online support groups, or friends and family, having people who understand what you are going through and can offer encouragement and advice can be crucial in your journey to quit smoking. It's also important to have a plan in place. Set a quit date and stick to it, and find healthy alternatives to smoking, such as chewing gum or going for a walk when cravings hit. It's also helpful to identify triggers and find ways to avoid or cope with them. For example, if you usually smoke after a meal, try going for a walk instead.
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