Stop Smoking Taster Session: A Friendly First Step This Heart Health Month

Thinking about quitting smoking but not sure where to start?
As part of Heart Health Month, Healthworks is running a free online Stop Smoking Taster Session
Join Our Free Stop Smoking Taster Session
Join our short, supportive introduction to the stop smoking support available for anyone living, working or studying in and around Newcastle.
This session is designed as an easy, no-pressure way to find out more, ask questions, and take a first step towards better health.
Date: Thursday 5th March
Time: 12:00 to12:30pm
Location: Online
Booking: No booking required
Whether you’re ready to quit or simply want to find out more, this friendly session is open to everyone.
Who Is the Session For?
This taster session is ideal if you are:
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Thinking about quitting but unsure where to begin
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Curious about what a stop smoking service actually involves
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Looking for practical tips and honest myth-busting
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Wanting to improve your health, wellbeing and finances
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A new referral who feels hesitant about taking that first step
You don’t need to be “ready” – just curious is enough.
What We’ll Cover
In just 30 minutes, we’ll talk through:
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How the Healthworks Stop Smoking Service can support you
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What happens when you join the service
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Simple, practical steps you can start using straight away
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The benefits of quitting smoking, including for heart health
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Common myths about stopping smoking – and what really works
It’s a relaxed introduction, with no pressure or commitment.
How Smoking Affects Your Heart – and How Quickly Your Body Recovers

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your heart.
The benefits begin almost immediately:
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Within 20 minutes, heart rate and blood pressure start returning to normal
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Within 24 hours, your risk of heart attack begins to fall
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Within a year, your risk of coronary heart disease is cut in half
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Over time, your heart health can improve dramatically

How to Join the Session
Joining is quick and easy – just click the link!
No booking is needed – just drop in online.
Fin out more information about our Stop Smoking Services and the support our team of trained Stop Smoking Advisors can offer.