Myth: E cigarettes help people quit smoking. Truth: E cigarettes are not a proven safe way to quit. In fact, users may become addicted to both traditional and electronic tobacco products. Choose health. Say Vaping is not replacing smoking. It is often added to it. This is called dual use. Nearly half of e cigarette users still smoke cigarettes. What this means: Smoking continues alongside vaping E cigarettes: How they work, risks, and research Links to E Cigarette Resources American Lung Association