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Laura Lwyman

Laura Lwyman
Dr Laura Twyman is the Tobacco Cessation Program Lead at Cancer Council NSW. Dr Twyman holds a PhD in Behavioural Science from the University of Newcastle. Her research interests include optimising the delivery of smoking care through organisational and health systems change and smoking cessation and priority populations. Dr Twyman works across policy and program areas of the Tobacco Control Unit and can provide comment on patterns of smoking in Australia, smoking cessation methods, smoke-free legislation and emerging products including electronic cigarettes. Dr Twyman’s achievements at Cancer Council NSW include overseeing a large research trial exploring the best ways to support people experiencing mental illness to quit smoking.

Recent articles by Laura

13 May 2022 Laura Lwyman

5 ways quitting smoking improves your health

Quitting smoking is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Learn more about the benefits.
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31 Dec 2021 Laura Lwyman

How to quit smoking in 2022

Find out how you can quit smoking and break the habit for good in 2022.
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01 Jan 2021 Laura Lwyman

Is your New Year’s resolution to quit smoking? We are here for you

Is your New Year's resolution to quit smoking? You're not alone and we're here for you.
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