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.
Mino Mtetwa
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
4
Vaping Years:
5
Flavours:
Fruit
Date Uploaded: 20200703
Jimi Lee Griffin
Age:
45
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
31
Vaping Years:
1
Flavours:
Like more than one type
Exactly one year ago today, I smoked my last cigarette. I was a heavy smoker, for 31 years, and I never thought I’d be able to give it up. I definitely wouldn’t have been able to quit, without the assistance that vaping provided.
Vaping, has essentially, saved my life.
Just saying.
29/08/2022
Date Uploaded: 20220829
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
Yolandie Biela
Age:
42
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
1
Vaping Years:
4
Flavours:
Dessert
Had always an issue with ny sinuses but since I have started vaping I have no more issues
Date Uploaded: 20220120
Natasha van Staden
Age:
47
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
27
Vaping Years:
3
Flavours:
Dessert
Definately improved my way of living.
dont wake up coughing and a tight chest
as part of my military duties I must ensure that Im combat ready and as a result of quitting I can feel that my level of fitness and health has def improved.
No more stinky breath and clothes
Date Uploaded: 20221013
Craig Stuart
Age:
50
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
24
Vaping Years:
12
Flavours:
Fruit
Date Uploaded: 20210220
Mohammed Tayab Ali
Age:
36
Current Smoker:
Yes
Smoking Years:
14
Vaping Years:
25
Flavours:
Breakfast/Bakery
Masood Kearns
Age:
27
Current Smoker:
No
Smoking Years:
8
Vaping Years:
4
Flavours:
Fruit
Date Uploaded: 20210220