Vape-free Deakin

Vaping – inhaling vapour using an e-cigarette – is a relatively new practice but is becoming a major health issue we can’t ignore. An emerging body of research suggests vaping is becoming more common among young people, many of whom are trying it out of curiosity and the belief that it’s safer than smoking.

While the long-term health implications aren’t yet fully known, vaping can still put nicotine or other chemicals in your body, is addictive and can cause serious lung damage.

Deakin says ‘no’ to smoking and vaping in and around our grounds, buildings and carparks. This is to keep our community healthy and ensure a clean and enjoyable campus experience for everyone.

Deakin University would like to acknowledge the support and funding from VicHealth’s Collective Impact Approach to Vaping Grant.

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The Quit website has a wide range of helpful resources:

You can build a quit plan that will guide and support you through your quit journey.

You can sign up to QuitCoach, QuitTxt or QuitMail for personalised support.

You can call Quitline on 13 7848 between 8am–8pm Monday–Friday to talk to someone for advice. Quitline also has Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander counsellors and LGBTIQ+ counsellors.

You can use their 'stick to quitting' tool to distract you from a relapse.

You can read some busted myths about vaping

Smoking rates are higher in LGBTIQ+ communities: the Quit website has tailored advice.

Find out more