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Supporting Australians on their journey to a smoke-free life with prescribed, TGA-registered nicotine vaping products. All prescriptions issued by TGA Authorised Prescribers.

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We Can Quit

Supporting Australians on their journey to a smoke-free life with prescribed, TGA-registered nicotine vaping products. All prescriptions issued by TGA Authorised Prescribers.

Quick Links

  • How it works
  • Quitting resources
  • FAQs
  • Re-script?

Information

  • About
  • What to expect
  • Contact
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of service
  • Sitemap
Therapeutic Goods Administration, Australian Government Department of HealthRoyal Australian College of General PractitionersQuit, supporting Australians to quit smokingThe Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand, Leaders in Lung HealthRoyal College of Physicians, LondonPublic Health England, UK Government

We Can Quit provides a practitioner-led online assessment to help you quit smoking. All assessments are reviewed by AHPRA-registered practitioners and TGA Authorised Prescribers. Any treatment is determined by your practitioner and should only be used as directed by a healthcare professional to support quitting smoking. Any discussion of nicotine vaping products occurs only where clinically appropriate and directly between a patient and their treating practitioner or pharmacist.

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Ready to quit smoking?

Fast online assessment · $45, or $0 if eligible · No appointment needed

Fast assessment · $45

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Let’s quit smoking today

A fast, practitioner-led online consultation to help you finally quit — for good

Start your assessment · $0–$45Complete in as little as 3 minutes · Reviewed within ~90 min during business hours
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✓TGA-Registered Product
✓No Referral Needed
✓90-Min Review Turnaround
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Years Medical Experience
Online Assessment

Trusted & Recognised By

Therapeutic Goods Administration, Australian Government Department of HealthRoyal Australian College of General PractitionersQuit, supporting Australians to quit smokingThe Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand, Leaders in Lung HealthRoyal College of Physicians, LondonPublic Health England, UK Government

Most assessments reviewed by a practitioner within 90 minutes during business hoursMonday to Friday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (AEST) · Subject to clinical suitability

How much life could you save?

Research shows quitting smoking at any age adds years to your life. Enter your age to see what the science says.

By quitting today, research suggests you could gain up to

10

extra years of life

and additional time with your loved ones

Disclaimer: Estimates based on population-level averages. Not medical advice.

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Health milestones after quitting

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1 yearHeart attack risk halved
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2–5 yearsStroke risk drops to non-smoker level
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5 yearsSignificant cardiovascular disease risk reduction
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10 yearsLung cancer death risk halved
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15 yearsHeart disease risk equals a non-smoker
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1 yearHeart attack risk halved
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2–5 yearsStroke risk drops to non-smoker level
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5 yearsSignificant cardiovascular disease risk reduction
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10 yearsLung cancer death risk halved
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15 yearsHeart disease risk equals a non-smoker

Simple, transparent pricing

Your assessment is $45, or $0 if you are eligible. The assessment itself tells you which one applies to you.

$0
If you are eligible

If your assessment confirms you are eligible, no practitioner assessment fee applies.

  • ✓Quick 3-5 minute online form
  • ✓No practitioner consultation needed
  • ✓Access to the patient portal
  • ✓Subject to pharmacist review
$45
Practitioner assessment

A registered practitioner reviews your assessment and, if appropriate, issues your prescription.

  • ✓Tailored to your needs
  • ✓Reviewed by a registered practitioner
  • ✓Same-day outcome if submitted during business hours
Start your assessment

Done properly. Backed by real practitioners.

Quitting works best when it’s medically guided. Every assessment is reviewed by an AHPRA-registered practitioner who decides what’s clinically right for you — no guesswork, no dodgy imports, no shortcuts.

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Reviewed by a real practitioner

Every assessment is personally reviewed by an AHPRA-registered practitioner before any outcome is issued.

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Tailored to you

Your practitioner decides what’s clinically appropriate based on your smoking history and health — never a one-size-fits-all approach.

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A legal, regulated pathway

Registered practitioners and licensed pharmacies, fully compliant with Australian law. The proper medical channel — not a black-market gamble.

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6 months of support

If suitable, your plan is designed to support you for up to 6 months, with a reminder before it lapses.

How much money could you save?

Calculate how much money you could save by quitting smoking today.

Per day

$30

Per week

$210

Per year

$10,950

Based on average Australian cigarette price of $2/cigarette

How it works

From online assessment to practitioner review without an appointment.

Fill out the form

Answer a few health questions online. Takes 3-5 minutes.

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Pay $45, or $0 if eligible

Eligible patients pay nothing for their assessment. Otherwise one flat fee covers your assessment and prescription, with no hidden costs.

Practitioner reviews

A registered practitioner reviews your answers — typically within 90 minutes during business hours.

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Think it’s too hard? Think again.

We hear the same concerns from every smoker. Here is why they should not stop you.

“I’ve tried everything and failed.”

Medically guided quitting is far more effective than going it alone with willpower or off-the-shelf options. This is not the same as what you have tried before.

“Is this just another quit gimmick?”

No. This is a practitioner-led assessment on a fully regulated, legal pathway — reviewed by an AHPRA-registered practitioner, not an over-the-counter shortcut.

“It sounds complicated.”

It takes 3 minutes to complete the assessment. No appointment, no video call, no waiting room. Most assessments are reviewed by a practitioner within 90 minutes during business hours, and we’ll notify you as soon as your prescription outcome is ready.

“What if it doesn’t work for me?”

Your practitioner will work with you to find the right strength and approach. Everyone’s quit journey is different, and that’s okay.

What happens to your body when you quit

Your body starts healing the moment you stop smoking. Here’s the remarkable recovery timeline.

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20 minutes

Heart rate drops

Within 20 minutes of your last cigarette, your heart rate and blood pressure begin to return to normal levels.

2

12 hours

Carbon monoxide normalises

Carbon monoxide levels in your blood drop back to normal, allowing your blood to carry oxygen more effectively.

3

48 hours

Taste and smell improve

Nerve endings begin to regrow. Your senses of taste and smell start to sharpen noticeably.

4

1 week

Breathing gets easier

Bronchial tubes begin to relax and open up. You may notice breathing becomes easier and energy levels rise.

5

2-12 weeks

Circulation improves

Blood circulation improves significantly. Lung function can increase by up to 30 percent.

6

1-9 months

Coughing decreases

Coughing and shortness of breath decrease as cilia regrow in the lungs, improving their ability to clean and reduce infection.

7

1 year

Heart disease risk halved

Your risk of coronary heart disease drops to roughly half that of a continuing smoker.

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5 years

Stroke risk drops

Your risk of stroke can fall to the same level as a non-smoker, depending on other risk factors.

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10 years

Lung cancer risk halved

Your risk of dying from lung cancer drops to about half that of a person who is still smoking.

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15 years

Heart risk equals non-smoker

Your risk of coronary heart disease is now the same as someone who has never smoked.

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20 minutes

Heart rate drops

Within 20 minutes of your last cigarette, your heart rate and blood pressure begin to return to normal levels.

2

12 hours

Carbon monoxide normalises

Carbon monoxide levels in your blood drop back to normal, allowing your blood to carry oxygen more effectively.

3

48 hours

Taste and smell improve

Nerve endings begin to regrow. Your senses of taste and smell start to sharpen noticeably.

4

1 week

Breathing gets easier

Bronchial tubes begin to relax and open up. You may notice breathing becomes easier and energy levels rise.

5

2-12 weeks

Circulation improves

Blood circulation improves significantly. Lung function can increase by up to 30 percent.

6

1-9 months

Coughing decreases

Coughing and shortness of breath decrease as cilia regrow in the lungs, improving their ability to clean and reduce infection.

7

1 year

Heart disease risk halved

Your risk of coronary heart disease drops to roughly half that of a continuing smoker.

8

5 years

Stroke risk drops

Your risk of stroke can fall to the same level as a non-smoker, depending on other risk factors.

9

10 years

Lung cancer risk halved

Your risk of dying from lung cancer drops to about half that of a person who is still smoking.

10

15 years

Heart risk equals non-smoker

Your risk of coronary heart disease is now the same as someone who has never smoked.

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20 minutes|Heart rate drops

Within 20 minutes of your last cigarette, your heart rate and blood pressure begin to return to normal levels.

2
12 hours|Carbon monoxide normalises

Carbon monoxide levels in your blood drop back to normal, allowing your blood to carry oxygen more effectively.

3
48 hours|Taste and smell improve

Nerve endings begin to regrow. Your senses of taste and smell start to sharpen noticeably.

4
1 week|Breathing gets easier

Bronchial tubes begin to relax and open up. You may notice breathing becomes easier and energy levels rise.

5
2-12 weeks|Circulation improves

Blood circulation improves significantly. Lung function can increase by up to 30 percent.

6
1-9 months|Coughing decreases

Coughing and shortness of breath decrease as cilia regrow in the lungs, improving their ability to clean and reduce infection.

7
1 year|Heart disease risk halved

Your risk of coronary heart disease drops to roughly half that of a continuing smoker.

8
5 years|Stroke risk drops

Your risk of stroke can fall to the same level as a non-smoker, depending on other risk factors.

9
10 years|Lung cancer risk halved

Your risk of dying from lung cancer drops to about half that of a person who is still smoking.

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15 years|Heart risk equals non-smoker

Your risk of coronary heart disease is now the same as someone who has never smoked.

Sources: HealthDirect Australia | CDC, Benefits of Quitting | American Cancer Society

What our patients say

Real stories from people who made the switch.

★★★★★

“I smoked for over 15 years and tried patches, gum, everything. The whole process with We Can Quit was so simple. I filled out the form, received my prescription outcome after practitioner review, and picked up my vape from the pharmacy. Three months smoke-free now.”

PK
Phillip K.
Sydney, NSW
★★★★★

“I was sceptical at first but the assessment was quick and straightforward. No awkward video calls, no judgement. My practitioner reviewed everything and kept me updated on the outcome. Wish I had done this years ago.”

SM
Sarah M.
Melbourne, VIC
★★★★★

“The $45 flat fee is genuinely all you pay. No hidden costs, no ongoing subscriptions. I got my e-script sent to my local pharmacy and collected it on the way home from work. Could not have been easier.”

JT
James T.
Brisbane, QLD

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about quitting with We Can Quit.

The assessment fee is $45, or $0 if you are eligible. If your answers point to a lower nicotine strength, no practitioner assessment is required and your assessment is free. There are no hidden costs.

Most assessments are reviewed by a practitioner within 90 minutes during business hours (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm AEST), and we’ll notify you as soon as your prescription outcome is ready. Submissions outside these hours are reviewed first thing the next business day.

No. You do not need a referral or appointment. Simply complete the online assessment. If a practitioner assessment is required you pay the $45 fee and a registered practitioner reviews your answers; if you are eligible, your assessment is free.

Your prescription is valid for 6 months. We will send you a reminder at the 5-month mark so you can renew before it expires.

Yes. You select your preferred pharmacy during the assessment. Your prescription is sent directly to that pharmacy so you can collect in person.

An AHPRA-registered practitioner reviews your answers and decides what is clinically appropriate for you. Based on your assessment, they determine the right approach to support your quit journey.

Completing the online quit smoking assessment

What to expect after your assessment

Learn what happens after your assessment, how practitioner review works, and how collection from your pharmacy works.

Find out more →

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Meet your prescribers

Every prescription is reviewed by an experienced, registered practitioner.

Tracey Markham NP - Nurse Practitioner

Tracey Markham NP

Nurse Practitioner

NMW0001309467

Tracey is a highly skilled Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Nursing and over 30 years of experience across a variety of healthcare settings. She has developed a strong interest in women’s health, sexual health, natural therapies, weight management, cosmetic nursing, and general wellness.

Throughout her career, Tracey has remained dedicated to providing holistic, patient-centred care and empowering individuals to prioritise their health. She is passionate about the intersection of healthcare, promoting both inner and outer well-being through evidence-based practices. Committed to helping people achieve balanced, healthy lifestyles, Tracey focuses on enhancing both health outcomes and confidence through personalised, integrative care.

✓AHPRA: NMW0001309467✓AHPRA Registered✓30+ Years Experience✓Holistic Care

Take the assessment today - start your quit journey

Every day you delay costs you money and your health. Start your quit journey now in just 3-5 minutes.

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✓Same-day prescription✓No referral needed✓TGA-registered
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Collect from your pharmacy

If suitable, your outcome is sent to your chosen pharmacy for collection, or our partner pharmacy will contact you to arrange delivery.

1

Fill out the form

Answer a few health questions online. Takes 3-5 minutes.

2

Pay $45, or $0 if eligible

Eligible patients pay nothing for their assessment. Otherwise one flat fee covers your assessment and prescription, with no hidden costs.

3

Practitioner reviews

A registered practitioner reviews your answers — typically within 90 minutes during business hours.

4

Collect from your pharmacy

If suitable, your outcome is sent to your chosen pharmacy for collection, or our partner pharmacy will contact you to arrange delivery.

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