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In Australia, fluoride is added to our water supplies to help to reduce tooth decay. In 2016 National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) reviewed the scientific research on water fluoridation.
Consuming a sensible, balanced diet can help us to achieve optimal health throughout life. NHMRC has guidelines for healthy eating based on the best available scientific evidence.
Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are battery-operated devices that heat a liquid containing chemicals (called ‘e-liquid’) to produce an aerosol that users inhale (a process known as vaping). Every e-liquid is different and usually contains a number of chemicals that can be harmful1. E-liquids can contain nicotine, even when labelled ‘nicotine free’1.
The process for developing the CEO Statement on Electronic Cigarettes is summarised below. For a more detailed explanation of the process, please download the CEO Statement Administrative Report from the CEO Statement tab.