From smoking 30-40 cigarettes a day, Dee is now smoke free, feeling healthier and hardly has to use her COPD inhalers.
(R-L: Dee, a One You Cheshire East Be Smoke Free member alongside Karolina Ayers Health and Wellbeing Coach Manager at One You Cheshire East)
The One You Cheshire East, Be Smoke Free programme is proud to share the inspiring story of Dee, a former heavy smoker who has successfully quit smoking and significantly improved her health. Dee’s journey is a testament to the effectiveness of the free 12 week Be Smoke Free programme.
“I was smoking 30 to 40 cigarettes a day, and persistently wheezing and having recurring problems with my chest. I have been suffering with COPD for a long time and I have constantly been using a blue and green inhaler,” Dee shared.
In November 2024, Dee decided to take a crucial step towards a healthier life by joining the Be Smoke Free programme. It was there, she met her dedicated Stop Smoking Advisor in person and began her stop smoking treatment just a few days later. The programme provided Dee with a combination of patches and a vape (temporary measures to support the process of quitting), both free of charge, along with regular support from her advisor.
Dee continues “Since I stopped smoking over 2 months ago, I hardly have to use my COPD inhalers and feel much healthier now. Thank you again so much, I’m now smoke free.”
Dee’s story highlights the transformative impact of the Be Smoke Free programme support and treatment. Her success is an inspiration for others who might be looking for support available locally to help with stopping smoking.
To find out more information about the Be Smoke Free programme please visit, www.oneyoucheshireeast.org/smoke-free/ or call 0300 123 5026 or email [email protected]
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