Quitting smoking and vaping
Quit smoking and vaping, with support at every step.
Your GP can help you plan your quit, choose treatment options and stay on track, without judgement.
Quitting is hard. You do not have to do it alone.
Quitting smoking or vaping is one of the best things you can do for your health. It is also hard, and many people need a few attempts. Your GP can help you plan your quit, choose treatment options and manage cravings and withdrawal.
Rutherford Doctors is a Medicare Bulk Billing Practice in Rutherford. Quit consultations are bulk billed for Medicare-eligible patients.
Ready to quit? Book an appointment.
How we can help.
Choose a topic to learn what is involved and when to see a GP.
Quitting smoking
Support to stop smoking for good.
Set a quit date and plan for triggers.
Nicotine replacement therapy and other treatment options can help.
Regular check-ins help you stay on track.
Quitting vaping
Vapes often contain nicotine and are addictive.
Your GP can help you plan to quit vaping.
Options to manage nicotine withdrawal.
Confidential support for young people.
Cravings and withdrawal
What to expect when you quit.
Usually short and become less frequent over time.
Irritability, restlessness and trouble sleeping are common at first.
Delay, distract and drink water.
Health benefits
Your body starts recovering soon after quitting.
Benefits begin within hours.
Breathing and circulation improve.
Your risk of heart disease, stroke and many cancers falls over time.
Quitline and support
Free help outside the clinic.
Call 13 QUIT (13 7848) for free, confidential support.
A free app to help you quit.
Support from family and friends helps.
Something else on your mind? Our GPs can help.
Ways to quit.
Combining support and treatment gives you the best chance.
Support
GP support
Your GP helps you plan and stay on track.
Bulk billed for Medicare-eligible patients.
13 QUIT (13 7848)
Quitline
Confidential support from trained advisers.
Available in many languages.
Treatment
Nicotine replacement therapy
Using two forms together can be more effective.
Some products are PBS subsidised with a script.
Treatment
Other treatment options
Your GP will explain whether these suit you.
Requires a consultation.
Support
Apps and online tools
Free tools to support your quit.
Use alongside other support.
Your GP will help you choose the options that suit your health and preferences.
Ready to make a quit plan?
Your quit plan.
How your GP can help.
Any time
Ready when you are
It is never too late to quit, and every attempt counts.
Pregnancy
Extra support
Quitting in pregnancy protects you and your baby. Talk to your GP.
Call 000 if you have
- Chest pain
- Severe breathlessness
- Signs of stroke
- Collapse
Step by step
- 1Talk
Your GP asks about your smoking or vaping and past quit attempts.
- 2Plan
Set a quit date and plan for triggers.
- 3Treatment
Choose treatment options that suit you.
- 4Follow-up
Regular check-ins and Quitline support.
Book your quit appointment.
Slip-ups
A slip-up is common. Talk to your GP and keep going.
Lung health
If you smoke, your GP may recommend lung checks, such as spirometry.
Costs
Quit consultations are bulk billed for Medicare-eligible patients. Some treatments are PBS subsidised.
Book a quit appointmentWhere are you up to?
Select your situation.
We can help.
Our GPs.
Choose a GP you feel comfortable with.
No preference? Book the first available GP.
Quitting smoking and vaping questions.
Is a quit appointment bulk billed?
Yes, for Medicare-eligible patients with a valid Medicare card.
What is Quitline?
Free, confidential phone support on 13 QUIT (13 7848).
Can my GP help me quit vaping?
Yes. Your GP can help you plan and manage withdrawal.
Do quit treatments cost money?
Some products are PBS subsidised with a script. Your GP will explain.
What if I have tried before?
Many people need several attempts. Every attempt helps.
Further reading
Men's health checks worth booking in RutherfordThis page provides general information about quitting smoking and vaping services at Rutherford Doctors. It is not a substitute for advice about your own health. Please book an appointment to discuss your situation. In an emergency, call 000.
