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Nicotine e-cigarettes triple quit rates in smoking cessation study

A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that e-cigarettes containing nicotine can significantly aid smokers in quitting traditional cigarettes. The research found that participants using nicotine e-cigarettes were three times more likely to quit smoking within six weeks compared to those using nicotine-free versions. This study also indicated lower exposure to harmful chemicals among users of nicotine e-cigarettes, supporting their potential role in smoking cessation for adults who have not succeeded with other methods. AI

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Nicotine e-cigarettes triple quit rates in smoking cessation study

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Victoria Forster, Contributor ·

    E-Cigarettes Can Help You Quit Smoking, New Study Suggests

    E-cigarettes containing nicotine can help people quit smoking according to a new study and may be more helpful for some smokers than other nicotine products like patches.