Scots urged to quit smoking on No Smoking Day

People across Scotland are being urged to give up cigarettes on No Smoking Day.

The annual day is taking place today.

ASH Scotland is encouraging people to "Quit Your Way" in ways which work best for individual circumstances by seeking person-centred support from smoking cessation services, community pharmacies or the national Quit Your Way Scotland service run by NHS 24.

The NHS Inform website has a range of advice on how people can give up the habit.

Sheila Duffy, the Chief Executive of the charity, is telling us that now is the best time to consider stopping smoking:

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