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Today is #WorldCancerDay. Smoking is the leading preventable cause of cancer in Australia. Quitting smoking can significantly reduce the risk. We're here to support Australians every step of the way, in a way that suits each individual quit.org.au #CancerPrevention

Looking for impactful education resources on vaping for young people? Our new free Seeing Through the Haze education resources for years 5-6 includes student resources and a teaching guide to help schools address this critical topic: vapingfacts.org.au/for-schools-an…

The 2024 Oceania Tobacco Control Conference facilitated a historic gathering of tobacco control colleagues to assist in the development of a roadmap for phasing out tobacco sales and addressing tobacco and nicotine harms in Indigenous communities and the region more broadly.

Breaking: Santa Cruz County’s 1st-in-World Cigarette Filter Ban Passed! “Cigarette filters have no health benefits to smokers; they just make it easier to get people addicted & keep them addicted.” -Dr. Georg E. Matt, Center for Tobacco & the Environment ow.ly/kUr950TVK5N

Vaping laws changes today. "This is an opportunity to get vapes off our high streets & into the hands of health professionals, enabling people to have a conversation with a health professional to help support them quit." - Rachael Andersen Quit Director. amp.abc.net.au/article/104411…

Only 4 weeks until the largest Oceania Tobacco Control Conference to date! 🎉Don’t miss the chance to be part of it on the Gold Coast and register now! And excited for the inaugural Tom Calma Award: celebrating integrity & leadership in tobacco control🌟 tinyurl.com/3stc38ya

Philip Morris said it would cut cigarette sales from 700 billion to 550 billion sticks by 2025. Our analysis of @TC_BMJ research shows it won't. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3XEfpZC #Exposetobacco

In partnership with @WHO & @Norweigan Cancer Society, the McCabe Centre hosted the Law & Tobacco Control Workshop at @UICC post #WCC2024. 40 experts shared global & European strategies to advance tobacco control & reduce the cancer burden. #GlobalHealth #FCTC #tobaccontrol

ANZJPH in the news: A new paper published today warns that teenagers who have vaped are 5 x more likely to go on to try cigarettes. Read more here: thewest.com.au/news/health/ne… @DaffodilCentre @CancerCouncilOz @SydneySPH

NEW ARTICLE: From farm to cigarette: Slavery in the nicotine supply chain @BathTR uncovers exploitation by Big Tobacco. Our latest article reveals the impact on impoverished nations & how quitting can help break the chain. Read here. bit.ly/4dKZEqH

Is child labor the hidden cost of tobacco? For the children of tobacco farmers in Malawi it is. Who will be accountable? Watch "Child Labor in Tobacco Farming" to learn more. bit.ly/46FW4LL #ExposeTobacco

Mental health + young people + vaping - what's the connection? Read our latest article to find out how to best support someone who may be struggling. quit.org.au/articles/vapin…

It’s inspiring to see how far we’ve come since 1988, when the Games became smoke-free. Since 2010 the Olympics have been entirely tobacco-free. This year’s Games continue this tradition, ensuring a healthy environment for all. ow.ly/G29n50SRGAP

Research is showing that people are using IQOS and cigarettes together, possibly continuing to smoke longer instead of quitting. Learn what the evidence says about Philip Morris Intl's latest product. exposetobacco.org/campaigns/pmi-…

With declining smoked tobacco use, companies push e-cigarettes, heated tobacco, and ONPs. Despite NZ's ONP ban, they're marketed to youth on social media as cessation aids. Minister Casey Costello proposes policy changes. ow.ly/wgRj50Syc38

Aboriginal health workers/practitioners & health professionals working the front lines: @NACCHOAustralia is seeking your input in the development of an innovative online Vaping Cessation learning module in collaboration with @quitvic: 🔗 bit.ly/3LCIxet

EXPLAINER: Nicotine pouches like Zyn... what are they and what risks do they pose? Read on to find out. quit.org.au/articles/nicot…

@Mark_Butler_MP A significant journey to get to this point. Thanks for your leadership and determination to protect Australians from a harmful industry intent on addicting them to nicotine. quit.org.au for support to quit or call 13 7848.

JUST IN: The Albanese Government’s world leading vaping laws have passed with unanimous support of the Senate

MEDIA RELEASE: New legislation restricts vape sales to pharmacies only, addressing the near-tripling of vaping rates in 4 years. Quit stands ready to help those aiming to overcome nicotine addiction. Visit quit.org.au or call 13 78 48. bit.ly/3VYQrEI