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University of Sydney Study Finds Depressed Students Twice as Likely to Vape
The researchers called for critical mental health support in tandem with vaping preventing.
South Australia Pushes for $1.5 Million Penalty for Illegal Vape Sales
Residents are also being encouraged to report any illegal activity.
Australians Are Smoking Significantly Less Than 20 Years Ago
‘Australians are breathing a little easier.’
New Plant-Based Drug Could Help People Quit Vaping
The drug, cytisinicline, has already undergone trials for its efficacy in smoking cessation—showing encouraging results.
Vaping Use Nearly Triples in Australia
A survey of 21,000 Australians was conducted in 2022 and 2023.
Australian Politicians Concerned Children Are Getting Their Hands on Illegal Vapes
Coalition MP Warren Entsch said, ‘we’ve got to get this stuff out of the hands of the kids.’
1 in 5 Australian Smokers Unwilling to Quit
59 percent want to quit altogether, while 12 percent prefer switching to vaping.
Vaping Retailers ‘Addicting’ a New Generation to Nicotine: Professor
‘The only thing young people should be breathing into their lungs is clean air.’
NZ Minister Denies Asking Ministry About Lowering Tobacco Taxes
Concerns the tobacco industry is influencing policy.
‘Worst Breathing in My Life:’ Youth Front Campaign to Tackle Soaring Vaping Rates
‘Every Vape is a Hit to Your Health,’ seeks to address the quadruple increase in youth vaping.
Primary School Kids Becoming Addicted to Vaping, Data Shows
Temporary suspensions for vaping or smoking at school increased by 19 percent.
Australia Bans Vape Imports to Combat Child Nicotine Addiction
This initiative aims to strengthen efforts against the rising concerns of youth vaping, aligning with broader measures to protect the nation’s youth.
Government Launches Consultation to Clamp Down Vape Promotions to Children
New measures come amid increasing concerns that more children now use vapes, lured by their appeal and availability.
NSW to Spend $6.8 Million to Crack Down on Illegal Vape Sellers
“Vapes contain dangerous chemicals which can seriously impact a person’s health,” said the NSW health minister.
