As vaping illnesses mount, officials warn of dangers of e cigarettes The Commonwealth Times While vaping is not risk free, it is less harmful than tobacco Our World in Data Vaping Dangers Uncovered: A Wake Up Call for Public Health Vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking. However, it poses significant public health risks, especially among youth. Globally, 12.5% of Studies show that the negative health effects of e cigarettes are like that of traditional cigarettes. A Parkview expert explains the dangerous combination of highly addictive nicotine and the chemicals in e liquid.