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Scientific studies show that electronic cigarettes are a generally safer alternative to tobacco cigarettes, as they contain fewer and lower levels of toxicants than tobacco cigarettes

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According to Simon Chapman, a professor of public health at the University of Sydney, the burning agents in cigarette paper are responsible for fires and reducing them would be a simple and effective means of dramatically reducing the ignition propensity of cigarettes

Strong local regulations coupled with financial penalties are needed to limit e-cigarette waste and reduce the negative environmental consequences of tobacco products

It is also important to consider ventilation