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.
ArticleSticky Blood and Quite a Difference Campaign Hub
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ArticleSmoking causes sticky blood
Within ten minutes of inhaling cigarette smoke, your blood becomes sticky. This increases the risk of dangerous clots which can lead to a catastrophic heart attack.
ArticleSupporting LGBTIQA+ communities to become smokefree
Did you know: Smoking rates in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and asexual (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 stop smoking.
ArticleTalking 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.
ArticleGet the facts on teen vaping
If you're a parent, carer or teacher, you may feel concerned about teen vaping.
ArticleGot a question about quitting? Quitline answers the big 4
It's common to worry about how you'll cope with stopping smoking or vaping, or what you'll do with the extra time quitting affords. Quitline counsellors answer some common questions they receive on Quitline 13 7848:
ArticleThe health benefits of quitting smoking
As soon as you quit, your body starts to repair. Find out about all the health benefits of quitting.
ArticleThe Health Risks of Smoking
Smoking kills around 2 out of every 3 people who smoke all their life. But smoking affects your health throughout your life. Here’s how.
ArticleThe risks of being a "social smoker"
Have you heard yourself saying "But I only smoke with mates or when I have a drink"? Or "But I only smoke 1-2 cigs"? Then this article is for you.
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