Tackling Indigenous Smoking - TIS at Winnunga Nimmityah AMS

05/03/2026

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

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25/02/2026

The health and financial benefits of quitting continue as the years go by and include:
Your chances of conceiving a baby improve. Smoking can cause fertility problems, such as impotence in men and a lower chance of conceiving in women. Women who smoke during pregnancy are more likely to have a miscarriage.
Over time, your sense of smell will continue to slowly improve.
Within 5 years, your risk of stroke is substantially reduced. You’ve also saved $70,000.
After 10 to 15 years, your risk of developing lung cancer is half that of a person who continues to smoke. You’ve also saved over $140,000.
After 20 years, your risk of coronary heart disease and stroke is nearly the same as a person who has never smoked. You’ve also saved over $280,000.
Quitting smoking benefits men and women of all ages and improves health in general. Remember that the rate and extent of recovery can vary from person to person.