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Vaping

Vaping can cause harm to your health. There are laws in place about buying vapes and where you can use them. Learn more.

How to talk to your kids about vaping

1 in 5 people aged 18–24 years (non-smokers) have tried vapes. Learn the facts about vaping and how to talk to your kids it.

Quitting smoking and vaping

Quitting smoking and vaping will improve your health and reduce any health risks, such as cancer. Learn about the different methods like NRT.

Passive smoking and vaping

Passive smoke and vapour can damage your health if you breathe it in, especially for babies, children and pregnant women. Learn about the risks.

Medicines to treat nicotine dependence

Learn how over the counter and prescription medicines, along with professional quit smoking services, can help you to quit smoking.

Smoking and pregnancy

Find out how smoking affects your fertility and pregnancy, and why quitting smoking will improve your health and give your baby the best start in life.

Lung cancer

Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer. Learn about the causes and symptoms of, and treatments for, this serious disease.

Silicosis

Silicosis is a lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust. Find out how to reduce your risk and what can be done to manage silicosis.

Chest infection

Chest infections are common in people of all ages. Find out more about what causes chest infections, their symptoms and treatments.

Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis is a common chest infection in babies that affects their breathing. Urgent treatment can be needed. Find out when to call for help.

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