The use of drugs is illegal and can have serious effect on your physical and mental state as well as leading to serve consequences if you are caught in the act of taking or carrying drugs. Some common illegal drugs include cannabis, amphetamines like ice and speed, and heroin. The dangers of using illegal drugs are enormous. Drugs effect your physical health, can cause damage to your mental wellbeing and effect your behaviour.

Illegal drugs are often made in unsanitary conditions and with dodgy ingredients, increasing the risk disease and other long-term health problems. To find out more information about illegal drugs, the health and safety issues and overcoming addiction, to contact USQ Health Services and Counselling Services.

Although smoking tobacco is legal, it can still have devastating effects on your life. Lung cancer and other smoking related illness are among the biggest killers in Australia and it's never too late to quit. If you are trying to kick the habit, USQ Health and Counselling services can assist you designing a quitting plan that suits you. Over the last few years the Queensland Government has put in place new regulations regarding smoking in public areas including place of work and education, and clubs and pubs. Check out the USQ and Queensland Government websites to find out about the policy for your campus.

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