Paul came to the Yorkshire Smokefree service in Barnsley with a determination to quit smoking for good. He was pre-diabetic and struggling with high blood pressure. Something clicked and he said he'd "just had enough of smoking".
Working with his advisor, Paul opted to try nicotine patches to help with any cravings and he found these helpful. He also bought himself a new car with the money he would have been spending on tobacco and this was a welcome distraction and helped him stay focused.
He's now completed our 12-week quit programme and says his health has improved overall. He's lost weight and changed his diet and has found his sense of taste and spell has also improved. He felt that regular appointments, which he always attended, helped him stay on track every week and the support from his advisor at these sessions was great, allowing him to speak about any concerns or doubts he was having.
Well done Paul! The entire team in Barnsley is incredibly proud of you. Enjoy your new car and a healthier life without tobacco!
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