It’s estimated that around 450 young people in the UK take up smoking every day. In Tower Hamlets alone it was found that 25% children aged under 15 were smoking regularly (compared to 1% nationally). We don’t need to tell you about the negative impact smoking can have on your fitness, appearance and life expectancy – you all know it by now. Smoking gives so little, but can take away so much. So If you’re looking to quit smoking, or if you know someone who is trying, then take a look at the links below, where you can get expert advice and help on kicking the habit.
- Stop Smoking in Tower Hamlets
020 7364 5016
tobacco.admin@thpct.nhs.uk
- Lifeline, Young People’s Substance Misuse Service
Unit 59 Skylines Village
Limeharbour
London E14 9TS
020 7093 3007
- The Facts (information about smoking)
- Bangladeshi Stop Tobacco Project
020 7882 8660 (male advisors)
020 7882 8669 (female advisors)
- Talk To Frank (national drug advice helpline)
0800 77 66 00
