TEPO - health benefits of quitting smoking video transcript

This transcript is for the video for Teacher in Your Pocket - health benefits of quitting smoking.

This video shows Dave. Dave is a middle aged man, who is sat on a stool wearing a smart shirt and a pair of trousers in front of a big green screen.

[Title card] Stopping smoking. It's well worth it.

Dave speaks to the camera with an empathetic tone to his voice. To the side of him, phrases he speaks of are highlighted:

"Hi, I'm Dave. I've smoked for most of my life and it took a toll on my health. I struggled with shortness of breath, coughing and a lack of energy. It was a daily battle just to get through simple tasks. Thanks to the support of KCC smoke free services it's been a year since I quit smoking. Now, I can breathe easier and I have more energy. Walking up the stairs is no longer a challenge and I can enjoy physical activities like playing football with my grandkids. My overall stamina and endurance have improved significantly.

Quitting smoking has also reduced my risk of serious health issues like heart disease, stroke and lung cancer. If you're like me and want to make a change, find the right quit route for you at www.kent.gov.uk/smokefree.