A group representing general practitioners is concerned by officials' decision to fund vaping kits because of the associated health risks. The Government announced on New Year’s Eve it would begin ...

General Practitioners Aotearoa is concerned the government is funding the products without robust scientific evidence and could cause more harm than good.

Smokers will be offered a vaping kit in exchange for handing in cigarettes Adults who want to quit smoking are being offered the chance to receive a free vape kit in exchange for cigarettes.

For many people, quitting smoking is at the top of the list. Unfortunately, not everyone is successful, because they haven't adequately prepared to quit. Research commissioned by the United ...

The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ says the Government’s plan to use vaping starter kits to help adults quit smoking is “irresponsible” and fails to consider future health complications.

One million smokers will be given a free vaping starter kit to encourage them to give up tobacco products. Pregnant women will also be offered up to £400 to stop smoking as part of a package of ...