Quit Smoking Helpline in Latvia

Frequently asked questions

Is there a quit-smoking helpline in Latvia?

Yes. Latvia has a consultation line on 67037333 for people who want to stop smoking. It was created by Rīga City Council's Welfare Department and is now operated by the Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (SPKC). Callers can speak anonymously to trained staff who give practical advice on quitting and information about local support.

Source: Veselīgs Rīdzinieks — Informatīvais tālrunis , SPKC — Nodrošinās telefonisku palīdzību iedzīvotājiem atkarības jautājumos

How much does it cost to call 67037333?

The 67 prefix is a Rīga landline number, so 67037333 is an ordinary phone number, not a free 0-800 line. Your phone operator charges the call at its standard rate, which depends on your plan. The consultation itself is provided free of charge, and you do not have to give your name.

Source: Veselīgs Rīdzinieks — Informatīvais tālrunis , bezcigaretem.lv — Noderīgas saites un atbalsta tālruņi (SPKC)

What support does the 67037333 line offer?

The line gives practical, confidential advice on how to stop smoking. Staff can talk through quitting strategies, explain the effects of passive smoking and smoking during pregnancy, and refer you to services available near where you live. If you prefer to write, the programme also answers questions submitted through its website, usually within a day or two.

Source: Veselīgs Rīdzinieks — Informatīvais tālrunis , SPKC — Nodrošinās telefonisku palīdzību iedzīvotājiem atkarības jautājumos

Where else can I get help to quit smoking in Latvia?

Your family doctor (ģimenes ārsts) is a good first contact and can advise on cessation medication and follow-up. The Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (SPKC) publishes guidance on quitting, including the bezcigaretem.lv website, and runs the 67037333 support line. These services complement each other, so you can combine a phone consultation with care from your own doctor.

Source: SPKC — Atbalsta tālrunis atkarības jautājumos , bezcigaretem.lv — Noderīgas saites un atbalsta tālruņi (SPKC)

Who runs the line and what languages and hours does it have?

The line is run by the Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (SPKC) on behalf of Rīga City Council, and it answers in both Latvian and Russian, which is widely spoken in Latvia. According to the Veselīgs Rīdzinieks (Healthy Rigan) programme, it operates on weekdays from 9:00 to 19:00; because schedules can change, it is worth checking the current hours on the SPKC or programme website before calling.

Source: Veselīgs Rīdzinieks — Informatīvais tālrunis , SPKC — Atbalsta tālrunis atkarības jautājumos