VAPERS VOICES
Many adult South Africans have used vaping as a method to help them quit smoking and practice tobacco harm reduction.
Since the very beginning, VSML has invited people to share their experiences and what this innovation means to them.
Their stories should not be ignored.
Janine Mitchley
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
18
Vaping Years:
1
Flavours:
Like more than one type
I suffered from hyper tention and smoking it wasnt making it any better. I was advised by a doctor to quite smoking and take up vaping instead.. today I barely have to take my meds to keep my blood pressure normal and on top of that more active and energetic. Vaping has truly saved my life and has given me the chance to see my kid’s grow older.
Date Uploaded: 20210220
Kenny Crous
Age:
30
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
12
Vaping Years:
2
Flavours:
Drinks
Date Uploaded: 20200720
Navesh Maharaj
Age:
33
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
15
Vaping Years:
2
Flavours:
Dessert
Never thought I give up smoking tried everything. Finally decided to try vaping and I haven’t touched a cigarette since
Date Uploaded: 20200624
Rudi Vermeulen
Age:
38
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
22
Vaping Years:
2
Flavours:
Menthol/Mint
I love vaping because it makes me feel relaxed and helped me to get rid of the old stinkies. Vaping saved my life
Date Uploaded: 20200703
Margaret Harding
Age:
58
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
40
Vaping Years:
8
Flavours:
Sweets/Candy
I tried everything to quit smoking. My life partner of 20 years died of lung cancer and I still was unable to give up smoking.
Then One day while waiting for a takeout order I walked into a vape shop. From then on I never looked back. Vaping has saved my life. No more need for puffers, no more need for blood pressure medication.
My health has improved dramatically thanks to vaping.
The amount of money I’ve saved has been incredible.
Date Uploaded: 20220806
Mike Ford
Age:
31
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
6
Vaping Years:
6
Flavours:
Fruit
Date Uploaded: 20200703
christopher lacey-smith
Age:
25
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
6
Vaping Years:
3
Flavours:
Fruit
Date Uploaded: 20221012
Patrick Benade
Age:
31
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
8
Vaping Years:
4
Flavours:
Fruit
Date Uploaded: 20220115