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Quit smoking – stop making excuses

Trusted information on quitting smoking and overcoming excuses such as the damage is done, gaining weight, getting stressed, plus helpful tools.

World No Tobacco Day

According to the Cancer Council just over 16% of all Australians smoke. Find out how you can get involved in World No Tobacco Day and the We Can Quit campaign.

E-cigarettes

E-cigarettes are battery-operated devices designed to feel similar to cigarettes, cigars or similar. Learn more about e cigarettes on our trusted partner pages.

Breathing problem self care

Trusted information on self care for breathing problems, and links to trusted resources.

Passive smoking

Trusted information about passive smoking from leading Australian health organisations, including links to content on living with a smoker.

Emphysema treatment

Trusted information about the treatment of emphysema, including exercise, diet, medicines and advice on quitting smoking.

What causes leukaemia?

Trusted information on what causes leukaemia including abnormal genes, risk factors like life style choices and smoking, plus links to trusted resources.

Hiccups

Hiccups can be caused by overeating, or eating too quickly, spicy foods, hot or fizzy drinks, alcohol, smoking, stress, fear or excitement. Learn more here.