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QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 12h

Our advisor and volunteer attended the Dental Hospital at Royal London hospital to help patients who have been long term smokeless tobacco users. Patients were very happy to speak to the team and go through their options to give up. #Stoptober #Smokefree

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 13h

🧠 World Mental Health Day Reminder

Smoking doesn’t relieve stress—it adds to it.

Quitting can improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and help you feel more in control.
Your mind matters. Your health matters. 💚

#WorldMentalHealthDay #SmokeFree #MentalHealthMatters

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 2d

Join Quit Well Newham for a special outreach event!

💬 Get free advice and support to help you quit smoking
🎁 Pick up resources and tools
👥 Chat with friendly advisors

📍 Outside Stratford Mall
🕑 Wednesday 8th Oct | 2PM – 4PM

Let’s make this #Stoptober count 💪

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 4d

Did you catch our team at the Ageing Well Festival over the weekend? There were a host of health providers at Newham Leisure centre alongside our team who provided CO readings, as well as help and support to Newham residents who wanted to give up smoking. #Stoptober

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QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 7d

Great energy at yesterday’s Men’s Health event at @Ideastores Watney Market! Our advisor from Quit Right Tower Hamlets was on hand to support local men with expert advice on quitting smoking and improving wellbeing. #Stoptober #Smokefree #MensHealth

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 9d

#Stoptober starts today! You are doing the best thing you can for your health by quitting - and you don't need to do it alone. There are plenty of ways to get support, but the best way to get started is to get your free Personal Quit Plan. 👉 Call: 0207 882 8230.

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 10d

Quitting Smoking for #Stoptober? Click on the links below for the borough you live in for free support and advice. Let's quit smoking together!

Tower Hamlets: quitrightth.org
Newham: www.wellnewham.org.uk/advice/stop-...
Waltham Forest: quitrightwf.org

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 11d

Another great event our team are attending this morning, this time with Newham Healthwatch for the heart health day event taking place at Canning Town Library. It's a great opportunity to find out what support there is available to improve your health. #Stoptober

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 11d

Our team is up and about bright and early this delightful Monday for the Waltham Forest Community Appointment day at Leyton Sports ground. This event offers a fantastic chance to engage with the local residents through an assortment health and wellbeing stalls.

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 11d

This #Stoptober, we encourage smokers in Tower Hamlets to reach out to our team for support in their journey to quit smoking. Taking this step can be transformative for your health and well-being. Quit Right Tower Hamlets offers resources & guidance tailored to help you succeed.

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 12d

Want all these health benefits and more? Why not join the millions of others who have quit smoking with #Stoptober - let's quit smoking together!

To get started, answer a few questions to get started! form.typeform.com/to/qHl412TT

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 13d

Are you ready for #Stoptober? Download the free NHS Quit Smoking App now - it's proven to help you quit!

Reposted by QMUL Stop Smoking Service

Action on Smoking Health (UK) @ashorguk.bsky.social · 14d

There's been a few articles this week about vaping and oral health. This excellent article sets out the facts and crucially also highlights the extreme damage that smoking does to oral health.
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

What is the impact of vaping on teeth and oral health?

We look at the science behind vaping and the claims it causes tooth decay, gum disease and dry mouth

www.theguardian.com

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QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 14d

A great event that took place last week at East London Mosque we were joined today by Tower Hamlets health lead, Cllr Sabina Akhtar, who spoke to many local residents attending the Friday prayer about the benefits of quitting smoking. #Stoptober #CommunityHealth #Smokefree

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QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 14d

Great to see so many residents at Chrisp St Market earlier this week! Quit Right Tower Hamlets is here to help you quit smoking this #Stoptober 🚭

Together we can build a healthier community 💙

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 14d

A great team effort from our advisor and volunteers who were at Roman Road market yesterday providing free advice, carbon monoxide readings and support to local residents who wanted to give up smoking with their local stop smoking service.

#Stoptober #Smokefree #Health #QMUL #TowerHamlets

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 15d

Only 1 week until #Stoptober, the month where we come together to quit smoking for a healthier, smoke-free life.

Explore your support options for going smoke free. Call 0207 882 8230.

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 17d

📍 OUTREACH: Join us at Chrisp Street Market, Tower Hamlets, 10am–2pm. Free quit kits, CO checks & expert advice.

#Stoptober #TowerHamletsHealth

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QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 18d

💬 “Every puff you resist brings you closer to your true self.” – Let this be your week to quit. We’re here for you.

#MondayMotivation #QuitSmokingQuotes

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 21d

🧬 Did you know quitting smoking improves cancer treatment outcomes? Join our team in Whitechapel today where we'll be at East London Mosque from 12.30pm - 2pm.

#QMUL #QuitSmoking #Stoptober

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QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 22d

📊 Smoking still causes 78 million cigarettes to be smoked daily in the UK. Let’s change that.

Join our free quit programme today. #Stoptober #QuitRight #TowerHamlets

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 23d

🧠 #WorldPatientSafetyDay: Quitting smoking reduces hospital admissions & improves recovery. Our team is here to support you safely.

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 24d

🧠 Mental health matters. Smoking rates are 1.8x higher in those with long-term mental health conditions. Our specialist team is here to help.

#QuitRight

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 25d

🚭 Quitting smoking is the best gift you can give your lungs. Join us this #Stoptober and breathe easier. Free support, vape kits & expert advice available. 📞 0207 882 8230

#QuitRight #TowerHamlets #SmokeFree

QMUL Stop Smoking Service @qmulstopsmoking.bsky.social · 28d

💬 “I feel like I’m in my 20s again!” – Pete, 60, quit smoking after 40 years with help from our QUIT team.

Contact the team today for a friendly chat on 0207 882 8230.