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No heart problems or increased risk of stroke was observed in studies that examined using NRT while cutting down smoking

Given that we can comfortably say that almost without exception, all e-cig users are former or current smokers, then the relative harm to the vast majority of users from e-cigs is actually a *negative* harm that is, a net benefit to their health

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If you have a history of any of the following, speaking with your GP before using nicotine gum is non-negotiable: A recent heart attack Severe or worsening angina (chest pain) A serious heart rhythm abnormality (arrhythmia) Uncontrolled high blood pressure Nicotine gum and other forms of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) should only be used under medical supervision, and in some cases, may require a prescription from your healthcare provider