Study Finds Dual Use of Vaping and Smoking Hinders Quitting Efforts

Research shows that individuals who both smoke and vape are less likely to quit nicotine compared to those who use only one of the habits.

A systematic review of 16 studies involving over 9,300 participants found that 'dual users'—those who both smoke and vape—struggle more to quit nicotine entirely.
Within two years, only 24% of dual users quit nicotine completely, compared to 35% of exclusive vapers and 25% of exclusive smokers.
More than half of dual users returned to smoking cigarettes exclusively within two years, undermining vaping's potential as a quitting aid.
Researchers warn that dual use may prolong nicotine addiction and pose risks of prolonged exposure to harmful substances from both cigarettes and vapes.
Experts emphasize the need for better support systems for smoking cessation and caution against promoting dual use as a viable quitting strategy.