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Quitting is one of the most significant things smokers can do to improve their health and vaping is amongst the most effective stop smoking tools to help people kick the habit.

This five step Start Vaping, Stop Smoking plan was produced by the UKVIA and its members, and designed by experts, to help give adults the best chance of moving away from deadly cigarettes with the help of vaping.

You can also use our Store Locator to find the nearest store to you where expert teams will be able to help you get started with vaping. Get in touch today to find out how they can help support your switch this VApril.

STEP 01

Understanding your smoking habits

Understanding your smoking habits, lifestyle choices and health goals is essential information for healthcare professionals, stop-smoking and vape specialists to give you customised advice on the best course of action to quit smoking. 

Step 2

STEP 02

Remember: every cigarette not smoked is a win

Don’t worry if you don’t feel you are progressing on your quitting journey as quickly as you’d like – just remember that stopping smoking is not a race to the finish line and every step away from cigarettes is a victory.

Step 3

STEP 03

Nicotine levels

As with e-cigarette devices, advice on the right level of nicotine concentration is critical.

It is important to ensure that your nicotine intake closely mirrors the same level delivered when smoking. 

Step 4

STEP 04

Know your flavour options

Flavours play a key role in supporting smokers to quit and stay quit.

All vapers who have switched from smoking are different and you should be open to trying different flavours. This is part of your quitting journey.

Step 5

STEP 05

Remember: every cigarette not smoked is a win

Don’t worry if you don’t feel that you are making as good progress with transitioning from smoking to vaping as you had hoped for.

Just knock out one cigarette at a time and take as long as it takes – it’s not a race to the end.

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