Denis's Story

23 September 2025

How Healthy Hounslow and BetterPoints Helped Me Quit Smoking

“I was recently diagnosed with an aggressive bladder tumour. My doctors told me I had to stop smoking immediately, which felt overwhelming at first. I knew I needed support, so I asked my GP for help and was referred to Healthy Hounslow Stop Smoking Support.

Anthony from Healthy Hounslow was incredibly supportive. He gave me all the tools I needed to quit: constant encouragement, nicotine replacement options like patches, vapes, and liquids. With these tools and a lot of willpower, I went from smoking 10 cigarettes a day to none at all in just 3 months. I truly don’t think I could have done it without their help. A huge thank you to my GP and the Healthy Hounslow team!

What made this journey even more rewarding was BetterPoints. Every time I achieved a goal, whether stopping smoking, walking instead of driving, or exercising, I earned points that could be redeemed at a variety of high street shops. It kept me motivated and made my health journey even more rewarding.

This programme isn’t just about quitting smoking, it’s about building healthier habits and feeling rewarded for doing so. It’s a win-win situation, and I cannot recommend it enough. If you’re thinking about quitting, Healthy Hounslow Stop Smoking Support sessions, together with BetterPoints, can make all the difference.”

Want some help to quit (or know someone who does)? 

Sign up to the Healthy Hounslow stop smoking support service by visiting their website. Or watch a short video about the service here. Get ready to earn £50 in BetterPoints.