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When one country's cultural norm is another's taboo

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While Australia has a relatively low rate of smoking compared to the rest of the world, sometimes wanting to fit in can take priority over health.


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By Hannah Kwon

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While Australia has a relatively low rate of smoking compared to the rest of the world, sometimes wanting to fit in can take priority over health.



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