Alex, a heavy smoker for 20 years, decided to quit smoking. Determined to make a change, she visited her local pharmacy to start her vaping journey. After consulting with the pharmacist, she purch...
Keep your new year’s resolutions: a practical guide
Whether you’ve decided that 2025 is the year you run a marathon, change jobs, eat healthier, or quit smoking, New Year’s resolutions can be a powerful way to improve your life. But sticking to them...
Holiday survival toolkit: stay smoke-free this christmas
Christmas is a time for fun, laughter, and way too much food, but let’s be real—it’s not all sugarplums and candy canes. Between the stress of family gatherings, financial pressures, and the chaos ...
The 5 worst quit smoking tips and why they don’t work
Quitting smoking is one of the hardest addictions to beat. It’s not just about willpower—it's about breaking a deeply ingrained habit that’s intertwined with stress, routines, and even social setti...
10 effective strategies to overcome nicotine cravings and stay smoke-free
Quitting smoking is a challenging journey, often marked by intense cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Nicotine cravings can be powerful, but with the right strategies and support, individuals can su...
Why see a doctor if you are considering vaping prescriptions to quit smoking?
Australia recently updated its regulations, letting pharmacists start prescribing certain vaping products (called Schedule 3, or S3) starting October 1, 2024. Still, many healthcare professionals s...
Are you planning to quit smoking in the new year? Here are a few tips to get you started.
In the New Year, we have an opportunity to set new goals for a happier and healthier life.
With a solid pla...
As Christmas approaches, those who have recently quit smoking may find the lead-up to the festive season challenging. This is a period of work parties and visits to friends and family during which ...
Nicotine replacement therapy - switch to a smoke-free lifestyle
There is no doubt that nicotine is a highly addictive substance, and when a person smokes tobacco, many parts of the body get used to having nicotine in them. When first quitting, the body goes int...
It’s never too late or too early to quit smoking. The benefits of quitting begin much earlier than you might think once you put out your last cigarette.
Why is it so hard to quit?
Quitting smoking ...