Stoptober 2025! Let’s Quit Smoking, Together 

Each October, people across the UK take on the Stoptober challenge. It’s a national campaign to encourage smokers and vapers to quit smoking for for 28 days and beyond. This year, we’re proud to join the movement.  

If you are a smoker, this is your opportunity to try quitting alongside thousands of others. And if you’ve already started your quitting journey, let this be your motivation to keep going. Whether you’ve just started or have tried quitting before; The Family Chemist is here to help you quit successfully with the right support, advice and treatmentsthis is your first attempt or one of many, you’re not alone.   

Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your health, and it is never too late to feel the benefits. Every effort counts, and Stoptober is the perfect time to commit or recommit to a smoke-free life.   

What Is Stoptober and Why It Works?  

Stoptober is based on a simple but powerful idea. If you can quit smoking for 28 days, your chances of quitting smoking for good increase significantly. According to the NHS, you are five times more likely to stay smoke-free if you make it through the first four weeks.   

That’s why thousands of people across the country take the pledge each October. By quitting together, we build momentum and motivation that can make a real difference.  

How Quickly You’ll Feel the Health Benefits  

The health benefits of quitting smoking begin almost immediately. Just 20 minutes after your last cigarette, your heart rate begins to return to normal. Within 48 hours, your sense of taste and smell start to improve. Over time, your risk of serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, lung disease and cancer continues to drop.  

Image Credit: Quit smoking – Better Health – NHS

Every cigarette not smoked is a victory. You are giving your body the chance to heal, and that healing begins faster than many people realise.  

Quitting Smoking Saves Your Health and Your Wallet The effects of smoking are not just felt in your body, but also your bank account. Smoking is expensive, and those daily costs add up quickly. Depending on how much you smoke, quitting could save your hundreds or every thousands of pounds each year.  

The NHS offers useful tools that help you calculate exactly how much you could save. Quitting could mean more money for the things that truly matter to you and your family.  

You’re Not Alone — Support Is Available  

Quitting smoking is not easy, but help is available. The NHS provides free resources to guide you through the process. You can create a personalised quit plan, track your progress, and learn how to handle cravings and triggers.  

Or try some of our simple tips and tricks to stay smoke-free: 

• Get moving 

• Identify and avoid triggers 

• Try deep breathing exercises  

• Remember that the cravings will pass 

• Keep your mouth busy 

• Keep your motivation strong! 

 At The Family Chemist, we also offer clinically approved treatments that help reduce cravings and manage withdrawal symptoms. These treatments can support your quitting journey by blocking the effects of nicotine and making it easier to stay on track.  

The Bottom Line 

This Stoptober, take charge of your future and be proud of every smoke-free day. Whether you’re starting today or continuing your journey, remember that: 

Every cigarette not smoked is a win for your health and your wallet.  

For trusted support and treatments that can help you stay on track, visit The Family Chemist’s Stop Smoking page and take the first step towards a healthier, smoke-free you. If you’ve been thinking about quitting, now is the time. Use this Stoptober to give you to push you need. Or, if you have already begun your journey, use this month as motivation to keep going. So, let’s take this step toward quitting, and take a moment to be proud of yourself for choosing a healthier future.