Is Vaping Safer Than Smoking?

Vaping is a popular trend, especially among young people. Many believe vaping is a safer alternative to smoking or using tobacco and use vaping as a way to quit smoking. But what exactly is involved when you vape? And is it really better for you than smoking? In this episode of Q&A with Dr. K, Dr. Tiffany Kniepkamp joins Dr. Doug Kuntzweiler to discuss what we know about vaping and how it compares to smoking when it comes to our health.If you have a question for Dr. K, email [email protected]. Your question will remain anonymous.Additional resources for this episodeCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) E-Cigarettes (Vapes): https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/e-cigarettes/index.htmlCDC Vaping and Quitting: https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/e-cigarettes/quitting.htmlCDC Resources to Help Youth Reject or Quit Vaping: https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/e-cigarettes/youth-quitting.htmlAmerican Lung Association E-Cigarettes and Vaping: https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/e-cigarettes-vapingAmerican Lung Association Don't Just Switch, Quit Tobacco for Good: https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/e-cigarettes-vaping/quit-dont-switch