NHS Quit Your Way Service - Dumfries & Galloway

17/12/2025

A few weeks ago, we were approached by 2 young people at a local school who wanted to raise money for a smoking related cause.

Our To***co Control Practitioner was over the moon today to be able to go along to the bake sale today that is raising money for Ash Scotland to support their work.

The girls picked this topic as part of their Heath Sector class and have been researching to***co related issues with the final part of their project being the bake sale today.

It was fantastic to see how much effort the pupils and teachers put into the baking (especially the week before Christmas!)

Thank you so much again for inviting me along and supporting Ash Scotland's work.
Look forward to hearing and sharing the amount raised!

02/12/2025

💪 Help us understand muscle strength in Dumfries and Galloway.

Staying strong helps us stay independent, mobile and healthy as we age. But most adults in Dumfries and Galloway aren’t doing enough muscle-strengthening activity.
We want to understand what helps people get started and what makes it harder.

Please take our short survey.
• It takes less than 10 minutes.
• You don’t need to give your name.
• Your answers are anonymous.

Your feedback will help us improve local support, messaging and programmes to make it easier for people to stay strong and active.

Take the survey here: https://orlo.uk/yd6A9

02/12/2025

⭐️ CLIENT STORY ⭐️
For 41 years, smoking was a part of my daily life. I had tried to quit before, but it never worked out. I didn’t think I could ever stop, and neither did my family.

Linda & Laura at Quit Your Way were absolutely fantastic. They didn’t just give me advice, they were there every step of the way, encouraging me, helping me through the tough moments, and reminding me why I started this journey in the first place. That support made all the difference.

Since stopping smoking, I have more money in my pocket, I’m no longer breathless and can walk further without feeling exhausted. My grandchildren tell me I smell lovely now, and that makes me smile every time!

If you’re thinking about quitting, here’s my message - Just do it. I never thought I could, but I did, and you can too.

Teresa
Aged 61

01/12/2025

Our Stop Smoking Advisor Laura is at Vibe 75 in Newton Stewart today! If you’d like friendly advice about quitting smoking or va**ng, pop in for a chat. You can also drop by to get your CO reading done. 😀

10/11/2025

⭐️ CLIENT STORY ⭐️
I was a smoker for 50 years. Although I had managed to quit briefly in the past, I returned to smoking following a difficult family bereavement. Recently, concerns about my long-term health and a diagnosis of prostate cancer motivated me to try again.

This time, I succeeded, and I truly believe that’s thanks to the outstanding support I received from Quit Your Way. The continued supply of ni****ne replacement therapy, the seriousness of my health scare, and the possibility of needing treatment or surgery all played a part in helping me stay committed.

Since quitting, I’ve noticed some changes: food tastes better, I feel much healthier, and I’m saving money. Most importantly, I can now proudly say I’ve quit smoking for good.

A massive thank you to my stop smoking advisor, June - your help made all the difference.

Duncan
Aged 65

08/11/2025

Our To***co Control Practitioner, Rebecca, is at the Youth Work Practitioner Conference: Working at the Coalface event in Dumfries today!

Great event to be part of, and to hear from the amazing youth workers in the region, how we can support young people with all things smoking and va**ng!

05/11/2025

⭐️ CLIENT STORY ⭐️
I was a smoker for 54 years and had tried to quit several times without success. Although I genuinely enjoyed smoking, I began to notice my breathing becoming more difficult, which prompted me to try again.

Since quitting, the changes have been remarkable - no more coughing, I’m rediscovering the pleasure of food, and I’ve noticed a boost to my finances.

The support I received from the Quit Your Way Service was outstanding. I couldn’t fault the advice I was given. Linda, in particular, made the process feel achievable. Her guidance and encouragement made what seemed like an impossible task feel manageable, even after more than five decades of smoking. I’m incredibly grateful to her - I truly couldn’t have done it without her.

James
Aged 67

27/10/2025

⭐️ CLIENT STORY ⭐️
I had been smoking on and off for around 25 years and had made several attempts to quit in the past, but none were successful. I became concerned about my health, particularly issues with exercise and breathing, so I decided to try again. This time, I succeeded, and I believe it’s because I was truly motivated and received fantastic support from Quit Your Way.

Since quitting, I feel noticeably healthier and I'm able to enjoy physical activities. If you're thinking about stopping, I encourage you to go for it, the improvement in your health is real and rewarding.

A huge thank you to Linda and the Quit Your Way team for your incredible help and support. I couldn’t have done it without you.

Victor
Aged 54

24/10/2025

⭐️ CLIENT STORY ⭐️
I was a smoker for 33 years and had never seriously considered quitting. I always felt the timing wasn’t right. But after spending a few days in hospital, for the first time I went without ci******es, and I realised this was my opportunity to make a lasting change. I knew I had to keep going, it was my chance to stop for good.

Since quitting, the benefits have been incredible. My persistent cough is gone, my lungs feel healthier, and I no longer carry the smell of smoke. I’m saving money, and most importantly, I no longer feel the embarrassment I once did as a smoker. Instead, I feel empowered and proud of what I’ve achieved.

Rebecca from Quit Your Way has been an outstanding support throughout this journey. She’s knowledgeable, approachable, and very easy to talk to. I’m so grateful to her and the Quit Your Way team - thank you for helping me take back control of my health and my life!

Laura
Aged 45

07/10/2025

Our To***co Control Practitioner for young people is at Stranraer Academy this afternoon for Children, Young People & Families Roadshow! Lots of other services here to explain how their services can support the young people of Stranraer Cluster!

16/09/2025

Our lovely Stop Smoking Advisor Laura at a Community Appointment Day at the Ryan Centre, Stranraer today. If you are attending and would like to have a chat about smoking or va**ng please make sure to go and see her 😄

12/09/2025

There are many benefits of stopping smoking during pregnancy including:
• you reduce the risk of having a miscarriage or your baby being stillborn
• you reduce the risk of sudden unexpected death in infancy (SUDI), previously known as cot death
• you'll save money - just a month of not smoking could save you money to spend on you and your baby
For specialist support and suitable Ni****ne Replacement Therapy during your pregnancy contact the NHS Quit Your Way Team:
📞 01556 505 713
🚭 www.Quityourway.scot

This video walks through the health impacts of smoking when pregnant. It provides helpful advice for new parents.