Quit Pod opens at GRH
16/05/11
Visitors, patients and staff at GRH can get on-the-spot advice on how to quit smoking thanks to an innovative ‘Quit pod’ which opened in early April.
The pod, which is situated in the Atrium, is a joint initiative between Gloucestershire NHS Stop Smoking Service, the Hospitals Trust and Smokefree South West.
Smokers can to drop in for free 1:1 advice with a specialist stop smoking adviser without the need to make an appointment.
Welcoming the project, Elaine Watson, Manager of the Stop Smoking Service said:
“We’re really excited about the pod. It’s a fantastic way for us to talk to smokers about the free Stop Smoking service available in the county and make sure they get the help they need to quit there and then.
“You’re four times more likely to quit when you use the support of the NHS Stop Smoking service rather than going it alone; and I’d encourage staff, visitors and patients to drop in to the pod and have a chat with one of the team. The message is simple: if you want to quit, we can help.”
The pod will be open Monday to Friday, seven hours a day. A booth at the back of the pod will be available for private consultations.
Dr Sally Pearson, Director of Clinical Strategy, said:
“We’re pleased to be able to offer this convenient drop-in service for our patients, visitors and staff at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. As a Smoke Free Hospitals Trust we are fully committed to providing support for those who want to quit.”
To find out more call the local helpline on 08454 220040.