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class="nhsuk-width-container"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-full nhsuk-section__content"> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> </div> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> <h1 data-block-key="lyd02">Make 2025 the year you quit smoking for good</h1><p data-block-key="6kisv">When you quit smoking, good things start to happen. You'll begin to see almost immediate improvements to your health.</p><p data-block-key="6sigr">It's never too late to quit and it's easier to stop smoking with the right support. Why not start by downloading the free NHS Quit Smoking app to track your progress and get daily motivation?</p><p data-block-key="895qr">You don't need to imagine a life without smoking, you can live it!</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="nhsuk-section app-section--yellow-tint nhsuk-section--text-black" > <div class="nhsuk-width-container"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content"> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> </div> <div class="aaw-app-details-head"> <img src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/icon-app-stoptober.width-320.png" alt="" class="apps-details-head__icon" /> <div class="aaw-app-details-head__description"> <h2 class="aaw-app-details-head__title"> Download the free NHS Quit Smoking app </h2> </div> </div> <p data-block-key="8lphk">Use the NHS Quit Smoking app this 2025 to help you quit smoking and start breathing more easily.</p><p data-block-key="as3s3">The app allows you to:</p><ul><li data-block-key="2ja1o">track your progress</li><li data-block-key="3s3g7">see how much you're saving</li><li data-block-key="1lq22">get daily support</li><li data-block-key="f8i1k">get inspired by others</li></ul><p data-block-key="8ed4h">Once you reach 28 days smoke-free, you're much more likely to quit for good!</p> <div class="aaw-apps-details-download"> <div class="aaw-apps-details-icon-container"> <a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/nhs-smokefree/id687298065" class="aaw-apps-details-download__item"> <img src="/campaigns/static/nhsuk/img/apple-store-badge.573692dca796.svg" alt="Download the free NHS Quit Smoking app on the App Store" /> </a> </div> <div class="aaw-apps-details-icon-container"> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.doh.smokefree&hl=en_GB&gl=US" class="aaw-apps-details-download__item"> <img src="/campaigns/static/nhsuk/img/google-play-badge.07cf74e2dc62.svg" alt="Get the free NHS Quit Smoking app on Google Play" /> </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content bh-mobile-hidden "> <figure class="nhsuk-image"><img class="nhsuk-image__img" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/NHS_Quit_Smoking_App_Dec-24_52CMRYc.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 320px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw " srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/NHS_Quit_Smoking_App_Dec-24_52CMRYc.width-320.png 320w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/NHS_Quit_Smoking_App_Dec-24_52CMRYc.width-510.png 510w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/NHS_Quit_Smoking_App_Dec-24_52CMRYc.width-640.png 640w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/NHS_Quit_Smoking_App_Dec-24_52CMRYc.width-767.png 767w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/NHS_Quit_Smoking_App_Dec-24_52CMRYc.width-1019.png 1019w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/NHS_Quit_Smoking_App_Dec-24_52CMRYc.width-1125.png 1125w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/NHS_Quit_Smoking_App_Dec-24_52CMRYc.width-1534.png 1534w " alt="" /></figure></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="nhsuk-section app-section--white nhsuk-section--text-black" > <div class="nhsuk-width-container"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-full nhsuk-section__content"> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> <h2 >Your quit journey: get support at every stage</h2> </div> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> <p data-block-key="hcnv7">Whether you鈥檙e thinking about quitting, ready to quit, or need help staying smoke free, we鈥檝e got tips and support to help you at every stage. Learn how to get through the tough times, stay focused, and quit for good.</p><p data-block-key="fk94e">You deserve a healthier, smoke-free life. Let鈥檚 get started!</p> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row nhsuk-promo-group"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-third nhsuk-promo-group__item"> <div class="nhsuk-promo"> <a class="nhsuk-promo__link-wrapper" href="https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/why-quit-smoking/"> <img class="nhsuk-promo__img" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Why-quit_1.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 320px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw" srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Why-quit_1.width-320.png 320w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Why-quit_1.width-510.png 510w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Why-quit_1.width-640.png 640w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Why-quit_1.width-767.png 767w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Why-quit_1.width-1019.png 1019w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Why-quit_1.width-1125.png 1125w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Why-quit_1.width-1534.png 1534w " alt="" /> <div class="nhsuk-promo__content"> <h2 class="nhsuk-promo__heading">Why quit smoking</h2> <p class="nhsuk-promo__description">Learn how quitting smoking can make life better for you and those around you. Explore the benefits, understand the hidden costs, and get the truth about smoking, stress, and mental health.</p> </div> </a> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-third nhsuk-promo-group__item"> <div class="nhsuk-promo"> <a class="nhsuk-promo__link-wrapper" href="https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/"> <img class="nhsuk-promo__img" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 320px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw" srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-320.png 320w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-510.png 510w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-640.png 640w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-767.png 767w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-1019.png 1019w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-1125.png 1125w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-1534.png 1534w " alt="" /> <div class="nhsuk-promo__content"> <h2 class="nhsuk-promo__heading">Ready to quit smoking</h2> <p class="nhsuk-promo__description">Get the support you need to quit for good! There are more proven ways to stop smoking than ever before. Find out what can help with cravings and explore expert and community support to keep you on track.</p> </div> </a> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-third nhsuk-promo-group__item"> <div class="nhsuk-promo"> <a class="nhsuk-promo__link-wrapper" href="https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/staying-smoke-free/"> <img class="nhsuk-promo__img" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Stay-smoke-free_1.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 320px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw" srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Stay-smoke-free_1.width-320.png 320w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Stay-smoke-free_1.width-510.png 510w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Stay-smoke-free_1.width-640.png 640w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Stay-smoke-free_1.width-767.png 767w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Stay-smoke-free_1.width-1019.png 1019w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Stay-smoke-free_1.width-1125.png 1125w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Stay-smoke-free_1.width-1534.png 1534w " alt="" /> <div class="nhsuk-promo__content"> <h2 class="nhsuk-promo__heading">Staying smoke free</h2> <p class="nhsuk-promo__description">Learn how to handle cravings, manage withdrawal symptoms, and get back on track if you slip up. Find tips to help you stay focused and enjoy a healthier, smoke-free life.</p> </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="nhsuk-section app-section--yellow-tint nhsuk-section--text-black" > <div class="nhsuk-width-container"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content"> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> <h2>Create a Personal Quit Plan</h2> </div> <p data-block-key="esr9k">Don't know where to start? Answer a few simple questions to get a Personalised Quit Plan, designed to support you every step of the way. With tailored advice and practical tips, this plan gives you the tools to quit smoking and stay smoke free for good.</p> <div class="nhsuk-action-link"> <a class="nhsuk-action-link__link" href="https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/personal-quit-plan/" > <svg class="nhsuk-icon nhsuk-icon__arrow-right-circle" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24" aria-hidden="true"> <path d="M0 0h24v24H0z" fill="none"></path> <path d="M12 2a10 10 0 0 0-9.95 9h11.64L9.74 7.05a1 1 0 0 1 1.41-1.41l5.66 5.65a1 1 0 0 1 0 1.42l-5.66 5.65a1 1 0 0 1-1.41 0 1 1 0 0 1 0-1.41L13.69 13H2.05A10 10 0 1 0 12 2z"></path> </svg> <span class="nhsuk-action-link__text">Get your Personal Quit Plan</span> </a> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content "> <figure class="nhsuk-image"><img class="nhsuk-image__img" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/circle-PQP-promo_2.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 320px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw " srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/circle-PQP-promo_2.width-320.png 320w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/circle-PQP-promo_2.width-510.png 510w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/circle-PQP-promo_2.width-640.png 640w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/circle-PQP-promo_2.width-767.png 767w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/circle-PQP-promo_2.width-1019.png 1019w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/circle-PQP-promo_2.width-1125.png 1125w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/circle-PQP-promo_2.width-1534.png 1534w " alt="" /></figure></div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="nhsuk-section app-section--blue nhsuk-section--text-black" > <div class="nhsuk-width-container"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-full nhsuk-section__content"> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-card nhsuk-card--clickable nhsuk-card-landscape-promo"> <img class="nhsuk-card__img nhsuk-grid-column-one-half" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Help-others-quit.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 510px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw" srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Help-others-quit.width-320.png 320w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Help-others-quit.width-510.png 510w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Help-others-quit.width-640.png 640w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Help-others-quit.width-767.png 767w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Help-others-quit.width-1019.png 1019w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Help-others-quit.width-1125.png 1125w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Help-others-quit.width-1534.png 1534w " alt="" /> <div class="nhsuk-card__content nhsuk-grid-column-one-half"> <h2 class=" nhsuk-card__heading " > <a class="nhsuk-card__link" href="https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/help-others-quit/"> Help others quit </a> </h2> <p data-block-key="sn2gh">Whether you're helping a friend quit smoking or supporting a young person to stop vaping, you can make all the difference. Find out what they need during this big change in their life.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="nhsuk-section nhsuk-section--text-black" > <div class="nhsuk-width-container"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-full nhsuk-section__content"> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> </div> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> <h2 data-block-key="8fntb">What happens when you quit?</h2><p data-block-key="er7uf">The sooner you quit, the sooner you'll notice changes to your body and health. Look at what happens when you quit for good.</p> </div> <div class="app-detail-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content no-padding"> <div class="aaw-app-details-head better-health"> <img src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/icon-20m_UABMFf6.2e16d0ba.fill-216x216.png" class="apps-details-head__icon" alt=""> <div class="aaw-app-details-head__description"> <h2 class="aaw-app-details-head__title"> After 20 minutes </h2> <p data-block-key="mb36m">Check your pulse rate, it will already be starting to return to normal.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content no-padding"><div class="aaw-app-details-head better-health"><img src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/icon-8h_FxXS5mG.2e16d0ba.fill-216x216.png" class="apps-details-head__icon" alt=""><div class="aaw-app-details-head__description"><h3 class="aaw-app-details-head__title"> After 8 hours </h3><p data-block-key="4zmrl">Your oxygen levels are recovering, and the harmful carbon monoxide level in your blood will have reduced by half.</p></div></div></div> </div> <div class="app-detail-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content no-padding"> <div class="aaw-app-details-head better-health"> <img src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/icon-48h-blue_DjVZk0g.2e16d0ba.fill-216x216.png" class="apps-details-head__icon" alt=""> <div class="aaw-app-details-head__description"> <h3 class="aaw-app-details-head__title"> After 48 hours </h3> <p data-block-key="4zmrl">Your carbon monoxide levels have dropped to that of a non-smoker. Your lungs are clearing out mucus and your senses of taste and smell are improving.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content no-padding"><div class="aaw-app-details-head better-health"><img src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/icon-72h-blue_aUKKHPE.2e16d0ba.fill-216x216.png" class="apps-details-head__icon" alt=""><div class="aaw-app-details-head__description"><h3 class="aaw-app-details-head__title"> After 72 hours </h3><p data-block-key="4zmrl">If you notice that breathing feels easier, it's because your bronchial tubes have started to relax. Also your energy will be increasing.</p></div></div></div> </div> <div class="app-detail-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content no-padding"> <div class="aaw-app-details-head better-health"> <img src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/icon-2-12w_HNimPWZ.2e16d0ba.fill-216x216.png" class="apps-details-head__icon" alt=""> <div class="aaw-app-details-head__description"> <h3 class="aaw-app-details-head__title"> After 2 to 12 weeks </h3> <p data-block-key="4zmrl">Blood will be pumping through to your heart and muscles much better because your circulation will have improved.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content no-padding"><div class="aaw-app-details-head better-health"><img src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/icon-3-9m_RPyhHon.2e16d0ba.fill-216x216.png" class="apps-details-head__icon" alt=""><div class="aaw-app-details-head__description"><h3 class="aaw-app-details-head__title"> After 3 to 9 months </h3><p data-block-key="4zmrl">Any coughs, wheezing or breathing problems will be improving as your lung function increases by up to 10%.</p></div></div></div> </div> <div class="app-detail-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content no-padding"> <div class="aaw-app-details-head better-health"> <img src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/icon-1y-blue_u82fo7W.2e16d0ba.fill-216x216.png" class="apps-details-head__icon" alt=""> <div class="aaw-app-details-head__description"> <h3 class="aaw-app-details-head__title"> After 1 year </h3> <p data-block-key="4zmrl">Great news! Your risk of heart attack will have halved compared with a smoker's.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-half nhsuk-section__content no-padding"><div class="aaw-app-details-head better-health"><img src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/icon-10y-blue_QHxWA52.2e16d0ba.fill-216x216.png" class="apps-details-head__icon" alt=""><div class="aaw-app-details-head__description"><h3 class="aaw-app-details-head__title"> After 10 years </h3><p data-block-key="4zmrl">More great news! Your risk of death from lung cancer will have halved compared with a smoker's.</p></div></div></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="nhsuk-section app-section--white nhsuk-section--text-black" > <div class="nhsuk-width-container"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-full nhsuk-section__content"> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> <h2 >Real-life stories from people who have quit smoking</h2> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row nhsuk-promo-group"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-third nhsuk-promo-group__item"> <div class="nhsuk-promo testimonial"> <figure class="nhsuk-image"> <img class="nhsuk-image__img" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/Quote-orange.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 320px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw " srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/Quote-orange.width-320.png 320w, " alt="Story 1 from an ex-smoker" /> </figure> <p data-block-key="lbbog">I smoked for over 25 years, and it wasn't easy breaking the habit. But what worked was choosing a quit date and getting help from my local Stop Smoking Service. I don鈥檛 have cravings anymore and will never put a cigarette in my mouth again.</p> <div class="text"><p data-block-key="w0rxu">Stevie</p></div> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-third nhsuk-promo-group__item"> <div class="nhsuk-promo testimonial"> <figure class="nhsuk-image"> <img class="nhsuk-image__img" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/Quote-blue.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 320px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw " srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/Quote-blue.width-320.png 320w, " alt="Story 2 from an ex-smoker" /> </figure> <p data-block-key="5m6ls">I used lozenges to help with cravings. However, when I鈥檓 around smokers I use a vape. This helped me quit for good. The NHS Quit Smoking app also helped. It shows the massive financial savings made. I鈥檓 totally confident that I have no need to smoke ever again.</p> <div class="text"><p data-block-key="qgc6v">Maria</p></div> </div> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-one-third nhsuk-promo-group__item"> <div class="nhsuk-promo testimonial"> <figure class="nhsuk-image"> <img class="nhsuk-image__img" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/Quote-yellow.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 320px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw " srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/Quote-yellow.width-320.png 320w, " alt="Story 3 from an ex-smoker" /> </figure> <p data-block-key="5m6ls">The NHS Quit Smoking app really helped me. I liked seeing my progress. Recording my goals and reading other people鈥檚 stories kept me motivated. The daily health achievements made me feel proud. It was great to see how much money I saved too.</p> <div class="text"><p data-block-key="qgc6v">Heather</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="nhsuk-section app-section--deep-yellow nhsuk-section--text-black" > <div class="nhsuk-width-container"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-grid-column-full nhsuk-section__content"> <div class="nhsuk-u-reading-width"> </div> <div class="nhsuk-grid-row"> <div class="nhsuk-card nhsuk-card--clickable nhsuk-card-landscape-promo"> <img class="nhsuk-card__img nhsuk-grid-column-one-half" src="https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-320.png" sizes=" (min-width: 1020px) 510px, (min-width: 768px) 50vw, 100vw" srcset=" https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-320.png 320w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-510.png 510w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-640.png 640w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-767.png 767w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-1019.png 1019w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-1125.png 1125w, https://digitalcampaignsstorage.blob.core.windows.net/campaigns-cms-prod/images/card-Ready-to-quit_1.width-1534.png 1534w " alt="" /> <div class="nhsuk-card__content nhsuk-grid-column-one-half"> <h3 class=" nhsuk-card__heading " > <a class="nhsuk-card__link" href="/better-health/quit-smoking/ready-to-quit-smoking/"> Ready to quit smoking? </a> </h3> <p data-block-key="u81mu">It's never too late to quit. 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