Whether you've quit, started again, or switched to vaping, it’s vital to let your doctor know. Why? Because smoking directly affects the treatment and management of long-term conditions like:

Coronary heart disease (CHD)

Peripheral arterial disease (PAD)

- Stroke or TIA

- High blood pressure (hypertension)

- Type 2 diabetes

- COPD and asthma (in adults) 

- History of psychosis, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder

- Chronic kidney disease (CKD)

Your smoking status plays a big role in your care plan. Don’t keep it to yourself - tell your GP.

- Want to quit? Help is out there:

- Speak to your GP

- Call the NHS Smokefree Helpline 0300 123 1044

- Or visit here for more information.