“ Offering e-cigarettes (vapes) as part of our stop smoking support in Walsall is important to help residents quit smoking and to help them remain quit for the long-term. We believe that offering e-cigarettes as part of a structured quitting plan could help many residents make the transition to a smoke-free life.
We are working towards the ambition to create a Smokefree Generation, for England to be smoke-free by 2030 and meet our local ambitions for Walsall to have reduced smoking rates. Now is the time for you to take back your life and quit smoking. Even if you have attempted to quit before, give it another go. You will see the health benefits from the moment you stop smoking your last cigarette. “
“ Smoking is a leading cause of death and ill health in the country, as well as here in Walsall. Smoking rates have been reducing over time, but there is still a lot more work to do to bring them down to meet our ambitions to be Smokefree by 2030.
Vaping, combined with expert support can be used effectively to help people quit smoking. Though not risk free, vaping is considerably safer than smoking.
Vaping is not recommended for those who have not smoked. Anyone under 18 years old should not be vaping and it is illegal to sell or buy vapes for under 18s.
I would encourage any Walsall residents looking to quit smoking to take up the free support available from Be Well Walsall. “
