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Setting up your Smoking Cessation Service

To help you get started on this journey, we have provided several downloadable
resources to assist you in setting up your smoking cessation service. Access
these at numarknet.com/smokingcessation
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to initiate the process:

1 your smoking cessation service. Ensure you are aware of the requirements and
1. Check the CPC: Your Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) may commission

opportunities within your area.
2 Let them know about your plans to start a smoking cessation service. Collaborating
2. Talk to your local GPs: establish communication with your local General Practitioners.

with GPs can lead to patient referrals, further enhancing the reach of your service.
3 and recommending the service to customers. Ensure that your counter staff is well-
3. Encourage your counter staff: your entire team can play a vital role in promoting

informed and able to engage with customers on this important health initiative.

Smoking Cessation by country for NHS services

England Wales

This is an Advanced NHS Service, but is This National Stop Smoking Service
only for patients coming out of hospitals allows linkage between pharmacies
aimed to continue their stop smoking to supply NRT with intensive
efforts after discharge, so this service behavioural support provided by
is not offered to patients asking in the Help Me Quit and other NHS Wales
pharmacy. smoking cessation services.
or download resources from
numarknet.com/3427
More information can More information
be found by visiting can be found at

Northern Ireland Scotland

Stop Smoking Service Public Health Scotland smoking
where the client attends service allows for supply of NRT and
the pharmacy for weekly Varenicline by PGD
advice and NRT supply (when available).
over a 12 week period.

Find out more and Access more
download resources at information at

Setting up a smoking cessation service in your pharmacy is not only a
responsible step in contributing to public health but also a smart business
move. With an alarming number of smokers eager to quit, your pharmacy can
be the beacon of hope for those seeking a smoke-free life. By providing the
support, resources, and guidance they need, you can help individuals make a
life-altering change, while also securing a brighter future for your pharmacy.

1 https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/advanced-service-specification-nhs-community-pharmacy-smoking-cessation-service/
2 https://bso.hscni.net/directorates/operations/family-practitioner-services/pharmacy/contractor-information/contractor-communications/
hscb-services-and-guidance/stop-smoking/
3 https://cpwales.org.uk/additional-clinical-services/stop-smoking-services-d68/ 15
4 https://www.cps.scot/core-2/public-health-service

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