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Vaping Surpasses Nicotine Patches in Smoking Cessation Rates

7/15/2025

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A groundbreaking clinical trial from UNSW Sydney reveals that nicotine vapes significantly outperform traditional nicotine replacement therapies for socially disadvantaged adults, boasting a 28.4% quit rate versus just 9.6%. Yet, a staggering 58% of those who quit smoking continued to vape, underscoring the urgent need for ongoing support and awareness of vaping's long-term impacts.

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A groundbreaking clinical trial from UNSW Sydney reveals that nicotine vapes significantly outperform traditional nicotine replacement therapies for socially disadvantaged adults, boasting a 28.4% quit rate versus just 9.6%. Yet, a staggering 58% of those who quit smoking continued to vape, underscoring the urgent need for ongoing support and awareness of vaping's long-term impacts.