A Swiss study on vaping!

Study Reveals Effectiveness of E-Cigarettes in Quitting Smoking

A study on vaping published in the "New England Journal of Medicine" and funded by the Swiss National Fund. It evaluated the effectiveness of vaping in helping smokers quit smoking. Conducted on 1,246 participants divided into two groups, this research aimed to compare the success rates. Between those using e-cigarettes and those following normal nicotine replacement methods.

Methodology

Participants, all adults smoking at least five tobacco cigarettes per day and wishing to quit, were randomly assigned to two groups:

1. Intervention group : Participants received free e-cigarettes and e-liquids. In addition to standard smoking cessation advice. They also had access to nicotine replacement therapy, which was not offered free of charge.
2. Control group : This group received only standard advice and a voucher that could be used for various purposes, including nicotine replacement products.

Results

The study found that 28.9% of participants using e-cigarettes were able to maintain continuous abstinence from tobacco for six months, compared to 16.3% in the control group. Additionally, 59.6% of participants in the e-cigarette group had not smoked traditional cigarettes in the seven days prior to the six-month assessment. Compared to 38.5% in the control group.

Although continued nicotine use remains a question, the study demonstrates that e-cigarettes may be an effective tool to increase the chances of quitting smoking. The researchers also noted similar rates of serious adverse events between the two groups, suggesting comparable safety.

Conclusion

This study provides strong evidence for the effectiveness of e-cigarettes in helping smokers quit. While offering a less harmful alternative to traditional cigarettes. The results support the integration of e-cigarettes into smoking cessation strategies, particularly for those who find it difficult to quit with traditional methods.

For more information, you can read the full study here .