Author: Dr. David Busby

Key takeaways Only illegal vapes are banned in WA Low-quality vapes banned; high-quality vapes readily available Illegal vapes pose health risks, especially to young people. Regulations ensure high-quality pharmacy vapes aid smoking cessation. Vaping laws aim to curb illegal sales to non-smokers You’ve probably heard quite a lot on the news recently, which can all be a little confusing.So, are vapes getting banned in Western Australia? The short answer is: no, they aren’t.The poor quality products imported by criminal gangs for profit are being restricted, but responsible high-quality vapes are actually becoming much more widespread.Let’s dive into this a bit…

Key takeaways Smoking raises heart rate due to adrenaline. Nicotine stimulates adrenal glands, raising adrenaline levels. Effects include rapid heart rate, tachycardia, heart strain, hypertension Quitting smoking improves heart health significantly. Work with a GP to quit smoking effectively. If you’ve once asked, “why does smoking raise my heart rate,” it’s because your adrenaline levels increase with every hit.Nicotine, although relatively harmless on its own, is a highly addictive chemical that stimulates your adrenal glands and raises your adrenaline levels. This can temporarily raise your heart rate above the average.In this post, we’ll learn everything about smoking and how it…

Key takeaways Smoker’s lungs heal after quitting smoking. Recovery takes about a year or more. Cilia regrow to clear tar and toxins. Short-term effects include improved circulation, breathing. Long-term recovery includes improved lung function. If you’ve been smoking for decades, you can bet your lungs aren’t in good shape. You’re probably breathing a lot harder after heading up a flight of stairs or struggling with a cough that just won’t go away.While you may think the damage is done and your lungs won’t get better, they will if you stop smoking – just not by tomorrow or the end of…

Key takeaways March 2024: Ban of non-prescribed NVPs started in Queensland Low quality NVPs sold outside pharmacies now illegal Legal NVPs available from 2,200 pharmacies nationwide Prescription required for buying pharmacy NVPs New NVP regulations focus on smoking cessation You’ve likely heard that Queensland has cracked down on non-therapeutic nicotine vaping products (NVPs) – the unregulated ones sold by criminal parties in nearly every convenience store and tobacconist.So, are vapes getting banned in Queensland? No, they aren’t.Let’s delve into this below.An Expanding, Illegal Vape Market Let’s jump back into a bit of history.Vaping arrived in Australia around 2007 where it found…

Key takeaways Non-prescribed vapes banned on 1 March 2024 New South Wales has responsible NVPs from pharmacies Nicotine prescriptions needed for buying pharmacy NVPs Only illegal NVPs sold outside from pharmacies banned Clearer pathway to reliable NVPs with regulation As you’ve likely heard in the media, there’s a nationwide crackdown on illegal vapes. These are the vapes you can see displayed in tobacconists and convenience stores.So, you might have asked, are vapes banned in New South Wales? Importantly, can I still purchase and use vaping products? Here’s everything you need to know.The Growing Harm of the Unregulated Vaping MarketLet’s jump back…

Key takeaways 1 March 2024: Non-prescribed vapes banned in Victoria Illegal vapes have dangerous chemicals, high nicotine. Nicotine prescription required for purchasing NVPs. Legal vapes available from pharmacies for quitting. Over 2,200 pharmacies in Australia stock NVPs. You’ve probably heard the news about a vaping ban on all non-therapeutic nicotine vaping products (NVPs) in the country. To answer the question, “are vapes banned in Victoria?,” only non-prescription vapes not sold through pharmacies are being banned. These are the typical vapes you’ve mostly seen in groceries and convenience stores, and they’re being banned for very good reason.Here’s all that you need to…

Key takeaways NVPs sold outside pharmacies illegal in South Australia since 1 March 2024 Illegal vapes have dangerous chemicals, high nicotine. Legal vapes available from pharmacies for cessation. Nicotine prescription required for purchasing pharmacy NVPs. Over 2,200 pharmacies in Australia stock NVPs. With all of the media chatter and confusion recently you may be wondering, “are vapes banned in South Australia?“.In a nutshell, no, but with some caveats – only non-prescribed nicotine vaping products (NVPs) sold outside a pharmacy are banned in South Australia, and the entire country for that matter.If you’re wondering about the vape ban in South Australia…

Key takeaways Cigarette ash is a health hazard Smoking outdoors contributes to air pollution Ash harms soil and plants Children and pets can ingest the ash from indoor smoking Quitting smoking benefits health and the environment Cigarette ash is an aspect of smoking you may barely notice, and likely just consider it a bit of a nuisance when you do. But, aside from the deadly smoke inhaled from every cigarette, cigarette ash can be extremely dangerous to your health and the health of others.In this post, we’ll discuss more about the dangers of cigarette ash, including to yourself, pets, children,…

Key takeaways Smoking accelerates stomach acid production, causing discomfort. Impaired mucosal lining leads to inflammation and irritation. Increased vulnerability to irritants like alcohol and caffeine. Smoking is a major risk factor for ulcers. Quitting smoking can alleviate stomach issues. Feeling a bit ‘aerated’ lately? Usually, once the human body begins digesting food, the stomach produces gas that travels through the large intestine and exits… beyond that. But, can smoking also produce the same effect? Can smoking cause more stomach gas production?In today’s post, let’s learn if cigarettes may be at least part of the reason you’ve been feeling quite gassy lately.Impact…

Key takeaways Nicotine affects sleep due to adrenaline. Withdrawal symptoms may disrupt sleep patterns. Timing vaping with sleep schedule can help. Reduce stress, alcohol, caffeine, and screen time. Consult a GP for personalized advice. Nicotine vaping products (NVPs) are helpful in stopping smoking on your quit journey with a GP. While it can help prevent you from smoking tobacco, this device still contains nicotine – a relatively harmless chemical that is known to affect sleep.So, does vaping affect sleep? Will the body adapt and get better at sleeping over time while vaping? Let’s learn more about it in this post.How Does…