Tackling Indigenous Smoking - TIS at Winnunga Nimmityah AMS

21/04/2026

The ACT must do more to fight illicit to***co trade, says Australian Council on Smoking and Health

Tackling Indigenous Smoking - TIS at Winnunga Nimmityah AMS

When it comes to tackling the sale of illegal to***co, Canberra hasn’t got too much to boast about. A new…

21/04/2026

Tackling Indigenous Smoking - TIS at Winnunga Nimmityah AMS

What's the most effective way to quit va**ng?

There’s currently limited evidence on the most effective ways to quit va**ng.

But there are strategies, tips and supports available to help quit va**ng.

Learn more about **ng at adf.org.au/va**ng

01/04/2026

Are you trying to kick the smokes/vape and need some extra support? We can help!

Contact Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health and Community Services to learn more about how we can help you and our “No More Boondah” support program.

Call us at 6284 6222 to have a yarn about how we can support you.

SupportMatters QuitJourney HealthGoals

01/04/2026

Are you trying to kick the smokes/vape and need some extra support? We can help!

Contact Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health and Community Services to learn more about how we can help you and our “No More Boondah” support program.

Call us at 6284 6222 to have a yarn about how we can support you.

SupportMatters QuitJourney HealthGoals

23/03/2026

Common symptoms you may experience during your recovery include:
cravings – these may be strong at first, but they usually only last a few minutes. If you resist each one they will get less powerful in time
restlessness and trouble concentrating or sleeping – these will pass as your body gets used to not smoking. Relaxation and deep breathing can help.
irritability, anger, anxiety, depressed mood – this is all normal: don’t panic. Just accept that you will be emotional for a while and that it will pass
increase in appetite and weight gain – this may last several weeks. Planning ahead can help. Better Health Channel has tips on managing weight gain when you quit.
Less common symptoms you may experience – which will also pass – include:
cold symptoms such as coughing and sneezing
constipation
dizziness or light-headedness
mouth ulcers.
As time passes, you will find these symptoms grow weaker, and you will think about smoking less. If you have severe or long-lasting symptoms, it might help to discuss them with a health professional or a Quitline counsellor. It might also help to use ni****ne replacement therapy or prescribed stop smoking tablets.
Caffeine (for example, in coffee, chocolate and cola soft drinks) and alcohol are also affected by to***co smoke. Cutting down on drinks or foods with caffeine when you stop smoking is recommended. It’s important to talk with your doctor about stopping smoking if you drink alcohol.