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<div ><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Key things to know about vaping</h4><ul><li>The best thing you can do for your health is be smokefree and vape free.</li><li>Vaping is for those who are quitting smoking.</li><li>Vaping is not for children or young people.</li><li>Vaping can help some people quit smoking.</li><li>Vaping is not harmless but it is much less harmful than smoking.</li><li>Vaping is not for non-smokers - if you don't smoke, don't vape.</li></ul></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>What is vaping?</h4><ul><li>Vape devices (also called e-cigarettes) heat a liquid (e-liquid) to produce a vapour that you inhale.</li><li>Some, but not all of those liquids, contain nicotine and are also available in different flavours.</li></ul></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>How is vaping different from smoking cigarettes?</h4><ul><li>Vaping is not smoking.</li><li>The main difference between vaping and smoking tobacco is that vaping doesn’t involve burning.</li><li>It’s burning tobacco that creates the tar and toxins in tobacco smoke that are responsible for most of the harm caused by smoking.</li></ul></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Is vaping safe?</h4><ul><li>Vaping is not harmless, but it is much less harmful than smoking.</li><li>Nicotine is addictive and is the reason people find it hard to quit smoking.</li><li>For people who smoke, nicotine is a relatively harmless drug.</li><li>Vaping is less harmful to those around you than smoking is - there’s no current evidence that second-hand vapour is dangerous to others.</li><li>If you’re vaping, you should buy quality products from reputable sources. Talk to them. It’s important to have good equipment, advice and support.</li><li>And if you don’t smoke… don’t vape.</li></ul></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Can vaping help people quit smoking?</h4><ul><li>Yes. Switching to vaping may help you quit smoking.</li><li>Vaping can be a good option for you if you’ve tried other ways to quit.</li><li>Vaping offers experiences similar to smoking a cigarette, which some people find helpful – and it’s usually cheaper than smoking.</li><li>Vaping products can only be sold to people aged 18 and over.</li></ul></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Should you use nicotine e-liquid?</h4><ul><li>If you’re vaping to quit smoking, you’ll have more success using nicotine e-liquid.</li></ul></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Can people vaping get support from Quitline?</h4><ul><li>Absolutely yes. We can give you free support if you’re vaping to quit – which will give you a better chance of successfully stopping smoking.</li><li>You’ll probably need to experiment in order to find the right combination of device, flavours and nicotine strength that works for you.</li></ul></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Does Quitline provide subsidised vaping products or nicotine e-liquids?</h4><ul><li>No, we don’t. But if you are vaping to quit, we can support you with a plan to help you beat the smoking addiction.</li></ul></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Where can I find out more information about vaping?</h4><ul><li><a href='https://vapingfacts.health.nz/' target='_blank' title='Vaping Facts'>Vaping Facts</a> is a new website by the Ministry of Health and the Health Promotion Agency. It contains facts about vaping, explains the difference between vaping and smoking and busts some common vaping myths. It also has some great -card content, like the one below - featuring Quitline's very own Jordan Taiaroa. Take a look <a href='https://vapingfacts.health.nz/' target='_blank' title='Vaping Facts'>www.vapingfacts.health.nz</a></li></ul></div><div class='hc-video'><iframe src='https://player.vimeo.com/video/329493615' frameborder='0' allow='autoplay; fullscreen'></iframe></div></div>

Vaping <br />& Quitting

<div><div class="wrapper-container"><p>Through Quitline you can get nicotine patches, gum or lozenges for $5 (to be paid to the pharmacy you pick up from).</p><h4>How Patches, Gum and Lozenges Work</h4><p>Using patches, gum and lozenges for eight weeks can double your chances of quitting. They will reduce your cigarette cravings without damaging your health. They work by replacing some of the nicotine you usually get from cigarettes or tobacco.</p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Medical Conditions</h4><p>Some medical conditions require specialist advice on using nicotine patches, gum and lozenges. If any of the following applies to you, please call Quitline:</p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><ul><li>You are pregnant or breastfeeding</li><li>You are a diabetic on insulin</li><li>You are taking medication for a mental health condition</li><li>You weigh less than 45 kilos (7 stone)</li><li>You have had a heart attack, stroke or severe angina in the last two weeks.</li></ul></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>How To Order</h4><p>You can order subsidised nicotine patches, gum and lozenges by calling us on  <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a>, texting us on  <a href='sms:4006'>4006</a> or online when you  <a href='/register'>register</a>. We’ll send you a Quitcard to take to redeem at your local pharmacy.</p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Cost</h4><p>A 4 week supply of one of these products costs around $5 with the option of a free repeat. Without the subsidy an 8 week supply of these products could cost you over $200.</p><p>To see how to use patches, gum and lozenges watch these clips:</p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>How to use gum</h4><ul><li>The gum shouldn’t be chewed like normal gum or you might get hiccups or a sore stomach and the gum won’t work properly to help your cravings.</li><li>Once you start using gum, do not smoke.</li><li>Instead, bite down 1-2 times to release the hot, peppery taste and then ‘park’ it between your gums and cheek to release the nicotine. Some people don’t like the taste at first, but you do get used to it.</li><li>Repeat this 5-6 times over a 30 minute period.</li><li>Do not drink when using the gum, or for up to 15 minutes afterwards because you can also get a sore stomach and hiccups this way. The gum also won’t work properly help your cravings.</li><li>Most people use 8-12 pieces in a 24 hour period. If you need more you can use up to 25 pieces of 2mg gum and 15 pieces of 4mg gum within a 24 hour period.</li><li>Throw the gum away after 30 minutes, safely out of the reach of children and pets.</li></ul></div><div class='hc-video'><iframe src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/T5iIbtzC1ZQ' frameborder='0' allowfullscreen=''></iframe></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>How to use lozenges</h4><ul><li>Once you start using lozenges, do not smoke.</li><li>The lozenge shouldn’t be sucked like a normal lozenge or the nicotine won’t work properly and you will get hiccups or a sore stomach.</li><li>Instead, suck enough to release the hot, peppery flavour and then ‘park’ it between your gums and cheek to release the nicotine. Some people don’t like the taste at first, but you do get used to it.</li><li>Repeat this 5-6 times over a 30 minute period.</li><li>Do not drink when using the lozenge, or for up to 15 minutes afterwards because you can also get a sore stomach and hiccups this way. The lozenge also won’t work properly help your cravings.</li><li>Most people use 8-12 pieces in a 24 hour period.</li><li>Throw the lozenge away after 30 minutes, safely out of the reach of children and pets.</li></ul></div><div class='hc-video'><iframe src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/sTpuEek8pJM' frameborder='0' allowfullscreen=''></iframe></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>How to use patches</h4><ul><li>Once you start using patches, do not smoke.</li><li>Use a new patch, and a new area of skin, each day and leave the patch on for 24 hours. Don't remove or reapply the patch.</li><li>Press firmly in place with your palm and hold for 20 seconds. If patches fail to stick properly, talk to Quitline on <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a> or text us on   <a href='sms:4006'>4006</a>. </li><li>Don't cut patches.</li><li>Place on smooth, clean, dry skin (where no perfumes or lotions have been applied)</li><li>Wash your hands after handling the patch.</li><li>If you have vivid dreams when sleeping, remove the patch before you go to bed but apply a new one first thing in the morning.</li><li>Throw the patch away safely out of the reach of children and pets.</li></ul></div><div class='hc-video'><iframe src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/GUvnvq1vs7w' frameborder='0' allowfullscreen=''></iframe></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Side effects for patches, gum and lozenges</h4><p>Patches, gum and lozenges are very safe, and serious side effects are rare.</p><p>Sometimes patches can cause a slight reddening and itching of the skin. This is less likely if you change the area you apply the patch to on a daily basis. Also remember to apply the patch to clean, dry skin that does not have lotion or perfume on it. If the patch comes off try medical tape.</p><p>Gum and lozenges might give you a slightly irritated mouth and throat and more saliva (spit) than usual. If you chew or suck the gum or lozenges too often, you might swallow too much nicotine and this can cause wind, hiccups and indigestion.</p><p>If you experience any side effects, call Quitline on  <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a> (or by texting  <a href='sms:4006'>4006</a>) or see your pharmacist. </p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Weaning off/Cutting down on nicotine</h4><p>If you haven't been smoking during the first eight weeks, congratulations! You are now smokefree and you may want to try stopping patches/gum/lozenges as well.Research shows that it is best to just stop using patches/gum/lozenges altogether or order some more of the same dose rather than cut down. </p><p>There are three parts of an addiction and the patches/gum/lozenges help you control the nicotine part of an addiction. If you want to stop relying on nicotine it’s best to stop taking gum/patches/lozenges altogether and be prepared for any withdrawal symptoms you may have. To find out more about the three parts of an addiction,  <a href='/help-to-quit-smoking#smoking-addiction'>click here</a>. If you have any questions, or if you really think you would like to wean off by using a lower dose please call us on	  <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a> or text us on	  <a href='sms:4006'>4006</a>. </p><p>A way to cope with the emotion and habit associated with smoking is to fill out the Tear-out Diary in The Quit Book - this is a free resource sent to everyone who  <a href='/register'>signs up</a> with Quitline. </p></div></div>

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    <p>Kia ora. Quitline is committed to helping Māori quit smoking. We have a range of phone, text and online options to support you or someone in your whānau to quit smoking.</p><p>You can talk with us and receive support texts in Te Reo.<p/><p>It’s never too late to stop smoking.</p><h3>Smoking is not our whakapapa</h3><p><a href='https://www.hapai.co.nz/' target='_blank'>Hāpai te Hauora</a> developed a series of videos “Tobacco is not our whakapapa” which tells the story of Māori and smoking to encourage whānau to quit smoking.</p><p><a href='https://www.facebook.com/hapaitehauora/videos/2657949897581867' target='_blank'>Video</a></p><div class='hc-video'><iframe src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/scl9ggHR7u4' frameborder='0' allowfullscreen=''></iframe></div></div>

Tobacco is not our whakapapa

<div><div class='hc-image'><img alt='Helping pacific people quit smoking banner - top image ' src='/images/pages/pacific-service-banner.jpg' /></div><div class="wrapper-container"><p>Kia orana - Bula vinaka - Fakaalofa lahi atu - Talofa lava - Halo oloketa - Malo ni - Malo e lelei - Fakatalofa atu</p><p>We are committed to helping Pacific people stop smoking. We also offer an interpreter service if you'd like to talk with us in a different language. When you call us on <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a> just let us know which language you'd like to speak in.</p><p>It's never too late to stop smoking.</p><h3>Stories</h3><p>We asked Pacific people to tell us their stories of how much smoking has affected them and their families.</p><div class='hc-video'><iframe src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/bzcdLU5eXPo' frameborder='0'  allowfullscreen=''></iframe></div> <h3>Resources</h3> <p>We have resources in a range of Pacific languages. Download them below.</p><a href="/resources"><div class='hc-image'><img alt='pacific resources booklet cover' src='/images/pages/samoan-resource-o-lou-malosiaga.jpg'/></div></div><div class='hc-image'><img alt='Helping pacific people quit smoking banner - bottom image' src='/images/pages/pacific-banner-bottom.jpg' /></div></div>

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Staying Quit

<div><div class="wrapper-container"><p>Call Quitline on <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a> or text <a href='sms:4006'>4006</a> for free advice and non-judgmental support to quit smoking. </p><p>A Quitline Advisor will help to create a quit smoking plan that works for you. The Advisor will help you understand the smoking addiction – you will identify the reasons why you smoke and come up with new ways to cope. You’ll get tips and suggestions on how to beat cravings.</p><p>Many Advisors are ex-smokers themselves and know what quitting is like. We’ll also send you a free Quit Pack with helpful info and a Quit Card. Quit Cards can be taken to your local pharmacy and redeemed to get subsidised nicotine patches, gum and lozenges. We’ll also follow up to see how you are getting on.</p><p>If you've contacted us before and started smoking again, feel free to call or text again. We're here to help no matter where you are on your journey to becoming smoke-free.</p><p><strong>Open 24 hours a day</strong></p><p>We know that cravings can strike at any time of the day or night, so you can contact us 24/7. If you need support during the times you normally smoke or just need help setting a plan for your quitting journey, give us a call on  <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a> or text us on  <a href='sms:4006'>4006</a>. You can also access our supportive blogging community at any time at  <a  href='/community/blogs/all'>community</a>. </p><h4>We have interpreter services for 44 languages</h4><p>If your first language is not English, we can arrange an interpreter to help support you to quit smoking in your native tongue. Forty four languages are covered including Te Reo,Samoan, Cook Island Māori, Tongan, Tokelauan, Mandarin, Hindi, Farsi, Tamil, Dari, French, Filipino and Cantonese. This service is available 24/7.</p><p>To access an interpreter:</p><ol><li>Call Quitline on  <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a></li><li>When the call is answered, let us know you'd like an interpreter and the language you wish to speak in</li><li>It may take several minutes before an interpreter is available</li><li>Once the interpreter is available, theQuitline support call can begin</li><li>All subsequent support calls can be delivered with an interpreter</li></ol></div>

Phone <br/>Support

<div class="main"><div class="wrapper-container"><p>As part of our quit smoking programme we'll send you free texts to support you while you are quitting. The texts will help boost your motivation and offer advice and tips.</p><p>The text service runs for up to twelve months and is suitable for people of any age. If your language preference is Māori we can send you texts in Te Reo. This service is only available to people living in New Zealand, and global roaming charges may also apply if you travel outside the country.</p><p>To sign up for a quit programme and receive motivational texts either  <a  href='/register' >sign up online now</a> call us on  <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a> or text us on  <a href='sms:4006'>4006</a>. </p></div></div>

Text <br/>Support

<div class="main"><div class="wrapper-container"><p>Quitline’s website is here to support you 24/7. When you  <a  href='/register'>sign up online</a> you get your own personalised page. Our online support includes: </p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h5>Quit Stats</h5><p>By entering the number of cigarettes or amount of tobacco you smoked, we'll tell you how much money you've saved since you quit. Quit Stats also keep track of how many days you've been smokefree and the total number of cigarettes you HAVEN'T smoked since you quit. It's a way of giving you a pat on the back and will help keep you motivated.</p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h5>Your Quit Plan</h5><p>To keep yourself on track you can make an online plan to quit smoking and stay smoke-free. You’ll enter things like your goals and reasons for quitting, smoking triggers and strategies for not smoking.</p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h5>Quit Blogs</h5><p>Our  <a  href='/community/blogs/all'>blog community</a> is a forum for thousands of New Zealanders who have either quit, want to quit or are quitting now. You can share your story and read those of others. The blog community will connect you with others who know what it's like to quit smoking. Many people find the peer support invaluable. </p></div></div>

Online <br/>Support

<div class="main"><div class="wrapper-container"><p> As well as Quitline's phone, text and online support, there are many face-to-face organisations you can meet who can help you quit smoking. Talk to one of our Advisors on  <a href='tel:0800778778'>0800 778 778</a> (or by texting  <a href='sms:4006'>4006</a>) to find a local one that can help you or  <a href='http://www.smokefree.org.nz/help-advice/stop-smoking-services' target='_blank' title='click here for a really good list'>click here for a really good list</a> of what’s available and where they are. </p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><h4>Ask your doctor or health care professional</h4><p>You can talk to your doctor or health care professional about help for quitting smoking. Your doctor can advise you on quitting medication, including Zyban and Varenicline Pfizer.</p></div><div class="wrapper-container"><p>You can find additional support services on our  <a  href='/about-us#links'>Links page</a>. </p></div></div>

Face to Face <br/>Support

Need free support or advice? Free call Quitline on 0800 778 778. If you are thinking about quitting, are working to become a non-smoker, or you have relapsed - you will find support information on this site, sign up to a free quit programme online or by calling 0800 778 778.

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Need free support or advice? Free call Quitline on 0800 778 778. Join the movement. Make 2020 the year you went smokefree. Quitline can help you quit smoking.