Published at 04 September, 2025 13:12.
In August, we launched several stories captured with local people in Sheffield. We spoke with Cal and Isabelle, both in their thirties, about their journeys to stopping smoking. We discussed their individual experiences of the Smokefree Sheffield service and the benefits that not smoking has had on their mental health.
Published at 02 September, 2025 08:56.
World Alzheimer's Month takes place every September to raise awareness and help support people who have been affected by the disease. World Alzheimer's Day is on 21 September.
Published at 04 August, 2025 12:37.
On the 26th of August we observe National Dog Day, originally an idea for an awareness day to raise attention for animals residing in shelters and adoption centres. On National Dog Day, dog lovers are encouraged to honour their furry friends and promote positive physical and mental animal wellbeing everywhere.
Published at 17 July, 2025 09:50.
This July, we are celebrating 25 years of delivering smoking cessation services in Sheffield.
Published at 01 July, 2025 10:00.
Yorkshire Smokefree advisor Carrie has written a summer poem to help you stay motivated and smoke-free this summer. Grab a coffee and take a read...
Published at 26 June, 2025 12:05.
Summer has finally arrived - longer days, warmer weather, and time spent outdoors with friends and family. It’s the perfect season for festivals, barbecues, park picnics, and relaxing beach days. But what if this year’s summer looked and felt a little different? What if it was your first smoke-free summer?
If you’ve been thinking about quitting tobacco, now is the ideal moment. Not just for your health, but for your lifestyle, your wallet, and the people around you.
Published at 28 May, 2025 11:17.
Smoking can affect our bone health and studies have shown that tobacco use can decrease bone density and lead to osteoperosis.
Published at 29 April, 2025 09:38.
Recent research indicates that our mental health in the UK is declining, with people experiencing depression, anxiety disorders, stress and suicidal thoughts. Of course, our experience in the lockdown period contributed to this for some people. Mental Health Awareness Week raises awareness, helps people reach out for support, and with this year’s theme being “Community” it helps foster a strong feeling of coming together to help people feel less alone.
