Quick Take: Nicotine patches used in combination with e cigarettes (with and without nicotine) for smoking cessation 2 Minute Medicine How long does nicotine stay in your system? Smoking vs. vaping Are e cigs better for pregnant people trying to quit? New research is at odds with expert advice Salon.com Myth: E cigarettes help people quit smoking. Truth: E cigarettes are not a proven safe way to quit. In fact, users may become addicted to both traditional and electronic tobacco products. Choose health. Say Vaping helps smokers quit University of Auckland Smokers more likely to quit with the help of e cigarettes than with nicotine patches or gum study Irish Independent