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Action needed to protect kids from vaping industry

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

Tips to help you switch off from your workday

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

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.