Post-cancer smoking cessation and the role of GPs SPONSORED: Quitting can make a world of difference for people with cancer who smoke, writes Quit Centre GP program advisor Dr Eileen Cole.
Quitting smoking. What makes a difference? Smoking is still the leading cause of preventable death in Australia. Prioritising the conversations, providing support and using Quitline can make all the difference.
Australian smoking-related cancer deaths to increase 32% by 2044 Despite the expectation that mortality rates will decline in future, a growing and ageing population will still see total numbers swell.
The vaping conundrum One patient’s journey exemplifies the difficult path GPs chart when helping people quit, writes Dr Hester Wilson.
Quit Centre is now live – how can it help GPs? SPONSORED: New website will make finding GP-accredited training and resources on smoking and vaping cessation easier than ever before.
The common household ‘culprits’ that can exacerbate asthma Passive smoking, synthetic bedding and gas heating in homes show the strongest links to asthma, according to new research.
Should Australia follow New Zealand’s lead on smoking? New plans could make it illegal for tobacco ever to be sold to anyone born after 2008. Two GPs consider whether Australia should follow suit.
A smoke free society: Government urged to end tobacco sales Reducing supply is the ‘next natural step’, say researchers who argue it is time for authorities to focus on retailers, not consumers.
Counselling patients about smoking cessation SPONSORED: A new webinar will explore legislative changes to nicotine-containing vaping products and how to maximise evidence-based treatments.
In Practice: Smoking cessation guidance GPs can stay up to date on e-cigarette laws and treatment guidelines, and register for programs and events to help guide their practice.