From Policy to Addiction: How Government Decisions Hooked a New Generation

From Policy to Addiction: How Government Decisions Hooked a New Generation

Sue Freeman RN, QuitCoach
Published on: 06/11/2025

Exposing how Big Tobacco hooked a new generation through vaping, despite NZ's declining cigarette sales. Learn why e-cigarettes aren't the 'safe alternative' they claim, how industry profits from addiction, and what real nicotine freedom looks like.

Political CommentAddiction-RecoveryYouth Vaping
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NZ’s 2025 Smokefree Vision Undone

NZ’s 2025 Smokefree Vision Undone

Sue Freeman RN, QuitCoach
Published on: 06/11/2025

A powerful reflection on how New Zealand’s world-leading Smokefree 2025 vision was dismantled — and what that means for Māori health equity, addiction recovery, and the fight against Big Tobacco. Quit Coach Sue unpacks the real cost of this policy reversal and calls for a future rooted in truth, justice, and whānau wellbeing.

Political CommentQuitCoach Corner
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