Vaping vs Cigarettes Health Impacts Compared A viral simulation comparing the effects of smoking and vaping has reignited debate over the long term health risks of both habits. The demonstration visually shows how cigarette smoke leaves thick tar buildup Smoking vs. Vaping Prevent Substance Misuse ASHES, Vol. 17(9) Are vaping and smoking similar, in terms of quitting? BASIS (The Brief Addiction Science Information Source)