All about the QUIT helpline

QUIT is the UK charity that helps smokers to quit. QUIT's aim is to help the 8.5 million smokers who say they would like to stop smoking. Here's what it can do for you

Quitline is the longest established smoking helpline in the world and has helped around 2 million smokers. Trained, friendly Quitline counsellors offer confidential help and advice about every stage of quitting. Whether you are just thinking about stopping, have quit for just a short time or are an ex-smoker trying to stay stopped, Quitline counsellors are there to help you. Ring 0800 00 22 00.

Many children ring worried about their parents smoking and many parents ring worried that their children are smoking. Whatever your concerns are about smoking, Quitline counsellors can help.

Services for minority ethnic communities

Bengali, Urdu, Punjabi, Gujarati and Hindi speaking counsellors offer confidential, friendly help and advice in these languages. Many Asian smokers who speak English fluently appreciate that they can discuss the cultural issues surrounding smoking with someone who understands. Both male and female, young and old appreciate this special service for the Asian community. This service is supported by the British Heart Foundation. Free informative leaflets are also available in all five languages.

Mondays
Bengali
0800 00 22 44
1pm-9pm

Tuesdays
Gujarati
0800 00 22 55
1pm-9pm

Wednesdays
Hindi
0800 00 22 66
1pm-9pm

Thursdays
Punjabi
0800 00 22 77
1pm-9pm

Sundays
Urdu
0800 00 22 88
1pm-9pm

Turkish and Kurdish speaking smokers can ring every Thursday and Sunday, 1pm-9pm on 0800 00 22 99. They will get friendly help and advice on how to quit smoking. The counsellors also understand the cultural implications of smoking. All ages appreciate this unique service.