NHMRC delivers assessment on electronic cigarettes
National advice on the use of electronic cigarettes based on the most up-to-date scientific evidence has been delivered by Australia’s health and medical research agency, the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC).
The 2022 NHMRC CEO Statement on E-Cigarettes is the most current advice on health impacts of e-cigarettes and is based on in-depth evidence reviews and an extensive toxicology report.
The advice states clearly that the vapour from e-cigarette devices can be harmful and there is limited evidence that e-cigarettes are effective at helping smokers quit
Based on the latest scientific evidence, the advice states:
All e-cigarette users are exposed to chemicals and toxins that have the potential to cause harm. In addition to nicotine, more than 200 chemicals have been associated with e-liquids.
E-cigarettes containing nicotine are addictive and people who have never smoked are more likely to take up tobacco smoking.
E-cigarettes are not proven safe and effective smoking cessation aids. There are other proven safe and effective options to help smokers quit.
Click here to link to NHRMC statement (website)
2022 CEO Statement on Electronic Cigarettes: Plain English Summary