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The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is concerned that Qantas has reintroduced tobacco sales on board its international flights. The sale of tobacco products will begin at the end of July.

Despite restrictions preventing Qantas from advertising cigarettes in the on-board shopping catalogue, the airline is allowed to display these products on the duty-free trolley in the cabin.

"It is disappointing to see that at a time when the health risks of smoking are clearly established and when a lot of money is invested in anti-smoking campaigns by the Australian government, our national airline is reintroducing cheap tobacco sales on board, right in front of our children and teenagers," said Dr Kelly Seach, GP and RACGP Registrar Representative.

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