The facts
of vaping.

There are lots of different opinions and beliefs about vaping. Some say it’s as bad as smoking, others say it helps with quitting smoking. It’s actually somewhere in the middle: vaping is not for non-smokers, but it has the potential to help smokers quit.

What is vaping?

Vaping can give nicotine in a less harmful way than cigarettes. Learn how it’s different to smoking.

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There are lots of myths about vaping. Find out how much you know.

Risks of vaping

Vaping hasn’t been around long enough to know the risks of long-term use. Here’s what we do know.

Side effects of vaping

Vaping has some side effects. What are they?

Vaping law and policy

The Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Vaping) Amendment Act 2020 (the Amendment Act) commenced on 11 November 2020. The Act strikes a balance between ensuring vaping products are available for smokers who want to switch to a less harmful alternative and ensuring these products aren’t marketed or sold to young people. The provisions of the Act will be phased over a period of time.

Vaping and pregnancy

It’s best for you and your baby to be smokefree and nicotine free. To quit smoking, here’s who you can talk to.