Smokers increasingly overestimate vape risk – study

A recent study has found that smokers are increasingly overestimating the risks associated with vaping. The study, published in the Journal of Public Health, surveyed over 1,000 smokers and found that the majority believed vaping to be as harmful, if not more harmful, than smoking traditional cigarettes.

This misconception is concerning as research has shown that vaping is significantly less harmful than smoking cigarettes. Public health experts have long advocated for smokers to switch to vaping as a harm reduction strategy. However, the study suggests that misinformation and misconceptions about vaping may be hindering smokers from making the switch.

With the rise of vaping-related illnesses in recent years, it is important for smokers to have accurate information about the risks and benefits of vaping compared to smoking. Education and awareness campaigns may be needed to address these misconceptions and help smokers make informed decisions about their health.