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Setting kids up for healthy, active lives. Get kids in the habit of walking to school young to help them feel great now, and lead...

Programs and projects

4 min read

2 Dec 2022

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/programs-and-projects/walk-to-school

How does nicotine affect brain development?

Using nicotine during this critical period of brain development can cause problems in the short and long-term. These problems can include issues with attention, concentration, learning, memory, impulse control, emotional regulation and mood.

Article

5 min read

10 May 2024

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/be-healthy-blog/how-does-nicotine-affect-brain-development

Artwork by Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022

VicHealth acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land. We pay our respects to all Elders past, present and future.

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Artwork Credit: Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022, acrylic on canvas. Learn more about this artwork.