How will you spend your October? You could take part in #SoberOctober going alcohol-free in October in order to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support, or #Stoptober and quit smoking.
Our Substance Misuse Practitioner, Stefani talks through a webinar with the focus of alcohol and the affects it has on wellbeing (watch below). Length: 10 mins
There are many benefits to your health if you cut out alcohol completely say DrinkAware.
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Further advice and information
Arming yourself with strategies and tips can help you or a loved one take small steps towards big results. Visit our self-help resources page for useful links and phone numbers to get help and support such as:
- Substance misuse guide for NHS staff and managers
- Self-screening tool
- Building healthier habits with alcohol
- NHS Quit Smoking app
Alcohol support services
If you are concerned that you or someone you care about has a problem with alcohol or substance misuse there is a lot of help available. We have a dedicated substance misuse practitioner available to talk to. Get in touch:
- Live chat (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm) - click the orange speech bubble in the bottom right
- Email keepingwell.nwl@nhs.net
- Complete a self-referral form