Vaping to quit?
Individuals wanting to quit smoking should try evidence-based methods like counseling, nicotine replacement products and prescription drugs first and consult with a medical professional to determine the best approach to help them quit all nicotine products.
The evidence to support vaping as a smoking cessation tool is inconclusive. If you intend to quit smoking by using vaping devices, know that vaping is not without risk. Consider potential harms before making a decision to vape.
The use of vaping products has also been linked to initiation of cigarette smoking. This could lead to an endless cycle of smoking behaviour and nicotine addiction.
For help with quitting, visit https://www.lung.ca/smoking-and-vaping/quit-smoking.
What you need to know
- There are many myths and misconceptions about vaping. Learn about the potential short and long-term health outcomes, from reliable and evidence-based sources.
- Youth, those who do not smoke, pregnant women and people who have quit smoking should not vape.
- Younger people are at increased risk of nicotine addiction compared with the general population. Young people are strongly discouraged from trying or starting vaping.
- If you are vaping to quit smoking, monitor for symptoms affecting your lung health and let your healthcare provider know you vape. Do not smoke and vape during the same time period.
- Talk to a health professional about options for quitting. The ultimate goal is to quit all nicotine products, including vaping.