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Oncologists want smoking age raised to 21

Oncologists across the country are backing a campaign to raise the age anyone can buy cigarettes from 18 to 21.

A man smokes during lunchtime in central Brisbane.

A growing number of young smokers mistakenly believe roll-your-own cigarettes are less harmful. (AAP) Source: AAP


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By Diala AlAzzeh

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