Vaping vs. Smoking Which is Safer for Your Lungs? Think vaping is the "healthier" option? Think again. Both smoking and vaping come with serious risks to your lung health, China Daily Hong Kong Some reports state that these new, flavored smoking devices are less harmful than tobacco cigarettes but how safe is vaping? In this third part of a four part Vaping Fact Sheet CardioSmart American College of Cardiology Long term smokers who start vaping see health benefits within a month New Scientist Is vaping safer than smoking? Dr Colin Mendelsohn NHS Supports Vaping for Quitting Smoking Safer Alternative to Cigarettes The Vape Order