are developed in conjunction with the state government.
Examples of policies include laws relating to
smoking in public places, tobacco 237advertising,
the display of cigarettes in retail outlets, tobacco
packaging and tobacco taxes.
Create Supportive Environments
does this by providing
personalised counselling for those
wanting to stop smoking. The
quitline is quits telephone service
tat support when quitting
smoking. Online support is also
available on the quit website.
Strengthen Community Action
by assisting health
professionals, community
groups and various
population groups to develop
anti-smoking strategies.
These groups include indigenous Australians, those
experiencing mental health issues, ethnic and
multicultural groups, schools, workplaces,
entertainment venues and local councils.
It does this by providing
specialist training for health
professionals and providing
funding and resources for
community and population
groups to decrease smoking
prevalence.
Develop Personal Skills
by providing information regarding tobacco
smoking and the benefits associated with not
smoking.
This is achieved through a mass advertising
campaign and via downloadable information on
their website.
Reorient Health Services
by investing millions of dollars
in smoking prevention
research.
This can reduce the incidence
of many illnesses such as
cancer and cardiovascular
disease.
This research then provides best
practice techniques for preventing
people from starting smoking and
assisting smokers to quit.