What’s your why?
Inspiring Somerset residents to quit smoking by encouraging smokers to identify their personal reasons for quitting.
Why is this so important?
NHS Somerset and the Public Health team at Somerset Council, are excited to announce the launch of our new joint Smokefree Campaign on No Smoking Day, Wednesday 12th March.
Our aim is to support 45,000 people in Somerset to quit smoking by 2030 and reduce smoking to less than 5% of the population.
Reducing smoking rates within our communities has the potential to significantly improve public health outcomes. Smokers are 35% more likely to see their GP and 36% more likely to be admitted to hospital compared to non-smokers.
The Smokefree Somerset Campaign aims to engage communities, empower individuals, and create healthier, smoke-free environments.
Cliff's Smokefree journey
After 50 years of smoking, Cliff lost his leg which was a life-changing moment that made him stop and rethink everything.
Shepton Mallet
Shepton Mallet residents tell us what helped them to quit smoking.
Glastonbury
Glastonbury residents tell us what helped them to quit smoking.
Why I Quit
How you can get involved
Have you ever smoked, are you trying to quit, or have you quit before? Join our campaign. Share your story online via our online questionnaire. Your journey could inspire others to quit smoking.
Share your story