Nicotine without smoke--putting electronic cigarettes in context.

The article reports on the findings of the investigation conducted by the Royal College of Physicians on the role of e-cigarettes in tobacco harm reduction. Topics discussed include e-cigarettes' provision of a viable alternative to tobacco smoking and recognition for the hazards posed by the electronic device. The close monitoring of the patterns of use and health impacts of electronic and tobacco cigarettes and the communication of both the risks and benefits of usage are mentioned.