E cigarettes and smoking cessation among adolescent smokers Scientific Reports The increase in e cigarette use, particularly among young people, is a dangerous trend with real health risks. For many reasons, e cigarettes should not be promoted as a safe alternative to smoking." (heart.org) Health officials warned that vaping is not a safe alternative to smoking cigarettes, saying e cigarettes expose users to toxic chemicals and high nicotine levels that can harm the lungs and increase addiction. # Study Finds Vaping Flavors Helps Adults Quit & More! THR News