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A major review of 80 trials found nicotine e-cigarettes increase the success rate of quitting smoking by about 60%. They were more effective than traditional aids like patches, gum, and support plans, outperforming non-nicotine vapes too. While not entirely risk-free, experts say vaping is far safer than smoking, though long-term risks are still unclear.
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