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New Year, New Start: Thurrock residents encouraged to get early support to stop smoking

5 January 2026
As residents across Thurrock make New Year resolutions to improve their health, Thurrock Council is encouraging anyone who wants to stop smoking to get support early by registering online for its free Help to Stop Smoking service. 
The service is delivered by the council’s Health Trainer Service and is designed to support residents from the very start of their quit journey. Getting help early can make a significant difference, particularly during the first few weeks when cravings and relapse risk are highest. 

Join Stoptober in Thurrock and start your smoke-free journey today

1 October 2025
Stoptober, the annual national campaign to help smokers quit has launched in Thurrock today (1 October). Residents are being encouraged to take the first step towards a healthier, smoke-free future, with a wide range of free local support and incentives available.
Thurrock Health Trainer Service is on hand throughout October to help residents successfully quit smoking, with a tried and tested approach that includes:

Support to help residents stop smoking

12 March 2025
Thurrock Council is helping residents take a step towards quitting smoking by sharing the free and flexible support that is available.
Wednesday 12 March marks National No Smoking Day, an annual campaign encouraging smokers to quit smoking for good.
Quitting smoking has significant health benefits, reducing the risk of smoke-related diseases such as lung disease, heart disease, and respiratory infections. It also improves both physical and mental well-being.

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