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VicHealth welcomes the passing of landmark tobacco legislation that once again positions Australia as a world leader in tobacco control.  The Australian Government’s new Public Health...
Media release
2 min read
6 Dec 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/australia-leads-once-again-vichealth-welcomes-passing-globally
A comprehensive, Australian-first research project which aims to deeply understand teenagers’ experiences with vaping has revealed 25 per cent of teens are ‘hidden’ and at-risk of vaping, and...
Media release
5 min read
6 Mar 2024
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/new-research-reveals-key-insights-help-tackle-teen-vaping
New data shows almost double the number of Victorian adults report vaping in 2022 compared to 2018-19. Almost one quarter of all Victorian adults currently using e-cigarettes have never...
Media release
4 min read
20 Oct 2022
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/rise-victorian-e-cigarette-use-purchasing-behaviours
Health promotion foundation VicHealth is today calling for urgent Government action on vaping, following deeply concerning claims of ambulance call outs to schools published in the Herald...
Media release
3 min read
22 Mar 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/action-needed-protect-kids-vaping-industry
Have you ever wondered how a business may impact your health? From the apps on your phone, to the sales at the checkout and the shareholder meetings behind closed doors- the impact of business on our...
Article
4 min read
7 May 2024
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/be-healthy-blog/how-does-finance-fit-conversation-around-our-health
Two weeks ago, I sat down with Lola, an 11-year-old girl. She told me she sees vapes everywhere. In the shops, on social media and among her peers.  She’s worried because she doesn’t know...
Article
3 min read
22 Mar 2024
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/be-healthy-blog/we-must-end-vape-menance-dr-sandro-demaio-featured-herald-sun
Top Spin was a state-wide competition which inspired young Victorians to develop their own creative communications showing what doesn’t sit right with them about alcohol industry tactics. It finished in 2019.
Programs and projects
1 min read
30 Aug 2023
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/programs-projects/campaigns-initiatives/top-spin
How do you like to break up your day and switch off after work? If you’re working from home and your workspace is the same as your relaxation space, you may find it hard to fully switch off. Here...
Article
4 min read
8 Sep 2021
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/be-healthy-blog/tips-help-you-switch-your-workday
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
VicHealth welcomes the introduction of landmark e-cigarette legislation today that will position Australia as a world leader in the fight against Big Tobacco and Big Vape....
Media release
2 min read
21 Mar 2024
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/vichealth-welcomes-proposed-landmark-e-cigarette-legislation
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