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How to practice quitting

You know the saying ‘practice makes perfect’? Well, it’s as true for people preparing to quit as it is for athletes and musicians.

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Talking to your doctor or pharmacist about quitting

Your GP or pharmacist is an excellent first point of contact if you're thinking about quitting smoking or vaping.

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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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Helping people in LGBTIQA+ communities to quit

Smoking rates in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQA+) communities are about double the national average? Quit is a culturally safe space, here to empower people in the LGBTIQA+ community who smoke to quit. Quitline counsellors can also support you to quit vaping, or support you if you're using vapes to quit smoking.

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Dealing with friends who smoke or vape

For some people, smoking or vaping is a social activity, but once you've quit there are other ways to catch up with mates.

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Cutting down to quit smoking

You may find the idea of quitting all at once overwhelming. If you decide to cut down on your way to quitting for good, here are a few tips.

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Building up your confidence to quit (5 reasons why you can do this)

It can feel like smoking or vaping is a huge part of your life. Some people feel nervous about quitting, and that's OK. Here are some tips that will build your confidence to quit.

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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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Three ways to maximise your chances of quitting for good

Prepare for the first few days, reach out for support and make a plan for risky situations: 3 key steps towards being quit for good!

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Alternative quitting methods: are they right for you?

There are lots of quitting methods out there including alternative methods like hypnotherapy and laser treatment. Some of these make grand claims of quit success. Before you sign up or make a purchase, it helps to do a bit of research.

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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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Five simple ways to keep your mind off smoking or vaping

Practical tips on how to distract yourself and create new routines to stop smoking or vaping, from people who've done it!