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Tobacco products FAQs

Although there are many types of tobacco products available with a range of different tobaccos and chemical additives, there are none that are known to be less harmful.

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Five things that happen when you quit

When you stop smoking or vaping, there are lots of benefits. Here are some of the things you have to look forward to!

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Smoking and vaping can cause poor sleep

It’s well known that a good night’s sleep contributes to your physical and mental health, and your overall happiness. But what is less known is that smoking and vaping can reduce both how much you sleep and the quality of the sleep you get, harming your health.

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Is smoking controlling you?

Do you find that smoking is a hassle? People who smoke tell us that they feel controlled by their cigarettes. They also say that it feels great to take control when they quit.

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How does smoking cause lung cancer?

Smoking causes most lung cancer, which in turn is the leading cause of cancer death in the world. And while new tests and therapies mean a better chance of successful treatment when lung cancer is found early, the best thing you can do for your lungs is to quit smoking.

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How much money is smoking costing you?

It's no secret that smoking is expensive. Exactly how much does it cost you? What could you be spending that money on?

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Effects of vaping on the body

We know vaping can harm the lungs, brain and teeth and gums.

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شرح: الشيشة مقابل السجائر

With its sweet smell from numerous bars & cafes in Victoria, people often mistakenly think that waterpipes (shisha & hookah) are less harmful than cigarettes.

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Nine things you'll gain from quitting smoking

Read about some of the benefits you'll get when you stop smoking. Quitting can be hard, but you’ve got so many reasons to keep trying!

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Health benefits of quitting smoking

As soon as you quit, your body starts to repair. Discover all the health benefits of quitting.

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The benefits of quitting vaping

Quitting vaping can improve your overall wellbeing in unexpected ways. Here are 4 key ways quitting vaping will improve your life.

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Smoking and Surgery – how quitting can help you

New research shows that quitting at least four weeks before undergoing surgery can greatly reduce your risk of smoking-related complications. And quitting can even improve your recovery.