Since their introduction in Europe in 2006 and the U.S. in 2007, the use of e cigarettes a.k.a., vapes has skyrocketed. A recent review from researchers in Australia found the results Is vaping a safe alternative to smoking? A1AD Support Vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, but many vape products contain nicotine, harmful chemicals, and heavy metals that can harm developing brains and lungs. Vaping Facts Tobacco Free Amarillo Stop Smoking E Cigarettes CardioSmart American College of Cardiology