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Smoke-free site

Last updated: Monday 16 September 2024

Our hospital sites are smoke free

Smoking is not allowed on any part of Warrington or Halton hospital sites. This includes the grounds of the hospitals as well as the buildings themselves.

Visitors, patients and staff found smoking on any part of our sites will politely be requested to put out their cigarettes. 

Stop smoking support

Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health. We understand that it can be difficult, but the sooner you quit, the sooner you will notice changes to your physical and mental health.

If you are a patient coming into hospital you can request smoking cessation advice and support to help you quit.

Most people find it easier to stop with the help of specialist support and medication than if they tried on their own. There are lots of options to choose from, such as nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), self-help materials and support from your local pharmacy, GP or community stop-smoking services (who offer advice on the best ways to quit and help with NRT).

Visit the Better Health website for information about the benefits of quitting. You can hear from smokers who have quit and find the support that’s right for you.

The NHS Smoke Free App is also available to help you quit smoking and start breathing easier. The app allows you to track progress, see how much you’re saving, and get daily support. Search for ‘NHS Smoke Free’ on your app store to download.

Support for inpatients

When you are admitted to one of our hospitals you should be:  

  • asked if you smoke
  • given advice on the harmful effects of smoking and offered help to stop smoking
  • prescribed medication to help you stop smoking
  • referred to a stop-smoking specialist in the hospital for extra support
  • referred to the community stop smoking team to support you with your ongoing attempt to quit

Please speak to one of the ward staff if you have any questions related to our smoke-free site policy or stop-smoking support.

Support for outpatients

At your outpatient appointment, you should be:

  • asked if you smoke
  • given advice on the harmful effects of smoking and offered help to stop smoking
  • offered a referral to a local stop-smoking service

You can also ask your doctor to refer you to your local stop-smoking service and prescribe you medication. Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products are also available to buy over the counter from all pharmacies or you can ask your GP to prescribe them. 

Smoking and pregnancy

If you are planning to conceive, it’s best to quit smoking before becoming pregnant.

Women who smoke are over three times more likely to take over one year to conceive and smoking can significantly reduce fertility in men.

If you are pregnant and would like support to stop smoking call 07770 341468 or speak to your midwife at your next appointment.

Community stop-smoking support services

You are three times more likely to quit with the help of your local stop-smoking service and there is a variety of effective support available in both Halton and Warrington boroughs:

If you live or work in Warrington - Livewire can provide you with friendly and helpful stop-smoking support and advice. Call 0300 003 0818 or email stopsmoking@livewirewarrington.org or visit livewirewarrington.co.uk/lifestyles.

If you live or work in Halton, Halton Health Improvement Team can offer support and advice to assist with stopping smoking Call 0300 029 0029, email HIT@halton.gov.uk or visit haltonhealthimprovement.co.uk.

Our staff can also refer patients to these community services.