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Cochrane: 'Vaping effective for smoking cessation'

There is strong evidence that ecigs help smokers quit. According to the latest Cochrane review, nicotine replacement therapy is more effective than nicotine medicines.

Authorities in South London want to help pregnant women quit smoking by using e-cigs.

Free e-cigarettes distributed to pregnant women in London

Vouchers to buy school meals and free e-cigarettes for pregnant women. These are two of the measures to combat poverty in South London.

Prescription e-cigs - to attract sceptical smokers

Smokers will be able to get e-cigarettes on prescription. This is the UK government's next step to reduce smoking in the country.

Cochrane: "E-cigarettes help people to quit smoking"

In the UK, where billions are being spent on e-cigarette research and harm reduction, bans and tighter restrictions are the wrong way to go, experts say.

E-cigarettes help many people to quit smoking

Study: Homeless people supported to quit smoking with e-cigarettes

Using free e-cigarettes and e-liquid, 480 volunteers will take part in a unique study on smoking cessation.

Broad political support for harm reduction in the UK

Higher nicotine levels, better information for smokers on the risks of e-cigarettes and higher age limits. These are the proposals of a broad political committee in the UK.

Major doctors' group calls for e-cigarette campaigns

The Royal College of Physicians is calling on politicians and authorities to actively encourage smokers to switch to e-cigarettes through government campaigns.