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| 02.01.08 New Years Resolution - to stop smoking? |
2 January 2008
New Years Resolution – to Stop Smoking?
The Southern Health and Social Care Trust is offering a free six-week course for people who would like to stop smoking as a new year’s resolution.
“Many people find giving up smoking a lonely process. Motivation, encouragement and holistic support are vital to stop smoking and stay stopped,” says Cathy Murray, Stop Smoking Specialist for the Southern Health and Social Care Trust.
A number of health professionals will be at hand offering a variety of therapies which help with smoking cessation including stress management, oral health, nutrition, physical education, colour breathing for relaxation and Carbon Monoxide monitoring.
Cathy adds: “The first thing we will provide is an assessment of the stage a person is at. Our aim is to provide motivation and encouragement to set a quit date. Past experience shows that the group attracts a vast cross-section of people who smoked including professional women, men, students, mothers and fathers. The service is very user-friendly and suits all individual needs.”
The course will commence on Wednesday 9 January 2008 in the Charlemont Hotel, English Street, Armagh, 7.00pm – 8.30pm. Spot prizes will be awarded to help motivate and reward participants throughout the programme.
Do you want to stop smoking? – Check the list below.
§ I want to improve my health.
§ I want to stop smoking as my new year’s resolution.
§ I am afraid of getting cancer.
§ I don’t want my children to become smokers.
§ I need the money for better things.
§ It smells and makes the house dirty.
§ I would rather stop smoking than stand out under a cold cloud.
§ I want my breath to smell fresh.
§ I don’t want premature wrinkles.
§ I want to live to see my children grow up.
§ Am I motivated to stop smoking in 2008?
For further information or to book a place on this course, Tel: 028 3741 2468.
Current Stop Smoking Details:
South Tyrone Hospital, Dungannon, Friday 9.30am – 4.30pm
Armagh Community Hospital, Tuesday 2.00pm – 4.30pm
Mullinure Hospital, Armagh, Thursday 5.00pm – 8.00pm
Ante-Natal Clinics:
Armagh Community Hospital, Friday 9.30am – 12.30pm
South Tyrone Hospital, Dungannon, Alternate Wednesday 2.00pm – 4.30pm
Sure Start, Dungannon, Alternate Wednesdays 2.00pm – 4.30pm