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All about smoking
	In Australia, around 19,000 smokers die each year from diseases caused by their smoking. One in two smokers will die of a smoking related disease. Still, one in five Australians aged 14 or over smoke on a daily or weekly basis. » Read more about smoking.
Quit smoking and see how much you save!
	How much of your savings has been spent on cigarettes since you started smoking? It’s an expensive habit; find out how much it’s costing you. » Use the smoking cost calculator.
What’s actually in a cigarette?
	Cigarette smoke contains over 4,000 different chemical compounds, including nicotine, carbon monoxide and tar. Many of these are toxic, and at least 43 are known carcinogens. » Read more about the dangers of cigarette smoking.

How smoking affects your skin
	Smoking is associated with premature ageing, wrinkles, dry skin and skin discolouration. It is also associated with very serious skin conditions, including skin cancer and psoriasis. » Read more about the effect of smoking on skin health.
How smoking affects your eyes
	Adults who smoke can develop many eye conditions, including cataracts, uveitis, and thyroid eye disease. Passive smoking can damage children’s eyes, causing strabismus or allergic conjunctivitis. » Read more about the effect of smoking on eye health.
How to stop smoking
	Dr Joe Kosterich talks about ways you can stop smoking. He also addresses concerns you may have about possible side effects, such as increased coughing and weight gain. » Watch a video about smoking.