Smoking rates in Australia remain high, with 30% of men and 27% of women smoking on average 18 cigarettes per day. By age 15, 25% of boys and 28% of girls are regular smokers. Smoking causes numerous health issues like cancer, heart disease, and strokes. Cigarettes contain over 4000 chemicals, including 60 carcinogens. Anti-smoking campaigns in Australia use graphic images and messages to highlight the health risks of smoking and encourage smokers to quit.