How to get help

The Quitline is a national telephone helpline that provides advice to callers who wish to quit smoking. In addition to support and advice from Quitline advisors, subsidised nicotine patches and gum are available for up to eight weeks. Other forms of treatment include hypnotherapy and acupuncture.

For smoking cessation, call the Quit Group 0800 778 778 or visit www.quit.org.nz