FIHP Vape

A: Vaping is less harmful than smoking, but it's still not safe. E-cigarettes heat nicotine (extracted from tobacco), flavorings and other chemicals to create an aerosol that you inhale. Regular tobacco cigarettes contain 7,000 chemicals, many of which are toxic.

A: Evidence shows that vaping is less harmful than smoking. Vaping exposes users to fewer toxins and at lower levels than smoking cigarettes. Switching to vaping reduces your exposure to toxins that can cause cancer, lung disease, and diseases of the heart and circulation like heart attack and stroke.

A: A single cigarette typically provides around 10-15 puffs. While a vaper might need more puffs to achieve a similar nicotine intake, a general guideline is that 10-15 puffs of a vape are roughly equivalent to one cigarette. This assumes similar puff durations and vaping devices.

A: 500 cigarettes. If you could get precisely that number, the math would be easy. A cigarette delivers about 10 puffs on average, so a 5,000-puff vape would be equal to 500 cigarettes or about 25 packs.

A: Approximately 140 puffs. Heavy vaping can be harmful to health, so it's important to practice moderation. Vapers should aim to keep their puff count within a safe range. Studies suggest that approximately 140 puffs per day are safe for most vapers. Puff counters can be useful tools for tracking vaping habits and staying within safe limits.

A: A 5% concentration is on the high side for someone just starting out and may lead to an uncomfortable experience. It's better to begin with a lower nicotine content to ensure a smoother transition into vaping.