Swap to Stop
Supporting Isle of Wight NHS Trust staff to become smokefree.
What is Swap to Stop?
Swap to Stop is a programme that helps people to quit smoking by swappin cigarettes for a vape, alongside specialist support.
Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, and support makes quitting more successful.
With Swap to Stop, you'll receive:
- A free vape starter kit
- Vape liquids for 12 weeks
- Access to support from our friendly, experienced advisors
Why quit smoking?
Quitting smoking starts improving your health almost immediately.
The benefits start quickly:
- After 20 minutes, your pulse begins to return to normal.
- After 48 hours, your senses of taste and smell improve
- After a few weeks, breathing and circulation improve
Longer term, you reduce your risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke and lung disease.
How does it work?
A friendly, no judgement chat
We'll talk through your smoking history, previous quit attempts and what support may work best for you.
CO test and registration
We'll complete a carbon monoxide (CO) test and help you fill in a short registration form to get started.
Set your quit date
Together, we'll agree your quit date. This is the date that you stop smoking completely.
Get your free vape and refill kit
You'll receive your free vape starter kit and refills there and then, so you can begin your quit journey right away.
Regular support from our team
We'll arrange regular support sessions with one of our friendly advisors, to help you manage cravings, stay motivated and stay smokefree.
Come and see us at St. Mary's Hospital
Our team will be visiting St. Mary's Hospital on:
- Tuesday 7th July - 10.00am to 1.00pm at North Hospital Reception and 1.00pm to 2.00pm outside the Full Circle Restaurant
- Friday 17th July - 10.00am to 1.00pm outside the Full Circle Restaurant and 1.00pm - 2.00pm at North Hospital reception
- Wednesday 21st July - 12.00pm - 6.00pm outside the Full Circle Restaurant
Pop by and speak to the team, sign up and get your free vape starter kit.
Can't make it on the day?
We can still help. Just fill in our short form and one of the team will be in touch.
Questions & Answers
Who can sign up for Swap to Stop?
Anyone aged 18+, who currently smokes and lives, works or is registered with a GP on the Isle of Wight.
Do I need to stop smoking right away?
Together with one of our team, you'll set your 'quit date'. This is usually within 2 weeks of joining. After this date, you will no longer smoke cigarettes.
What if I've tried to quit before?
That's totally fine. Many people try several times before quitting for good - and with our support, you're three times more likely to quit than going it alone.
Won't I just get addicted to vaping instead?
Vaping is much less harmful than smoking and can help adults who smoke to quit cigarettes, especially when combined with behavioural support from our stop smoking team. Many people use vaping as a temporary tool to help them stop smoking, and we can also support you to stop vaping when you feel ready.