6th October 2021
Smokers encouraged to take part in Stoptober as they report smoking more during the pandemic
Stoptober is back to launch its 10th mass quit attempt, calling on smokers in England to join the 2.3 million others who have made a quit attempt with the campaign since it launched in 2012.
Over 6 million adults in England still smoke, and it remains the leading cause of premature death, with almost 75,000 preventable deaths a year. A new nationwide survey of 2,000 current smokers has found that nearly half (45%) have been smoking more since the first lockdown began.
If you are a smoker, quitting is one of the best things you can do for your health, allowing you to start moving better, breathe more easily and save money. Join the thousands of others and start your quitting journey this October. Visit ‘Stoptober’ for more information and free tools to help you quit.