Shiho Rose, Kathleen McFadden, Nathan J. Harrison, Rachael H. Dodd, Shakira Onwuka, Christine Paul, Lisa Carter-Bawa, Mark Brooke, Marianne Weber
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Abstract
The National Lung Cancer Screening Program is commencing in Australia in July 2025. This significant public health initiative will maximise earlier detection of lung cancer and improve outcomes for many Australians. However, the adoption of a screening program for a disease that is stigmatised, given the known links between tobacco smoking and lung cancer, creates barriers for participation. In this perspective, we argue the need to challenge public rhetoric around smoking being a ‘choice’ and the importance of dialogue that is free of judgement and blame towards individuals. We briefly examine initiatives that have been implemented to reduce public stigma and highlight the multi-level considerations to ensure that everyone, regardless of having smoked or not, receives the quality care and support that they deserve.
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The purpose of the Health Promotion Journal of Australia is to facilitate communication between researchers, practitioners, and policymakers involved in health promotion activities. Preference for publication is given to practical examples of policies, theories, strategies and programs which utilise educational, organisational, economic and/or environmental approaches to health promotion. The journal also publishes brief reports discussing programs, professional viewpoints, and guidelines for practice or evaluation methodology. The journal features articles, brief reports, editorials, perspectives, "of interest", viewpoints, book reviews and letters.
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