Medical & Safety Disclaimer

VapePicks is an independent review site focused on e-cigarettes and other vape devices for adult nicotine users only. This page explains how we handle medical, safety, and risk-related topics, and where the limits of our role are.

Nothing on VapePicks replaces medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health professional.

1. Nicotine, addiction, and who our content is for

E-cigarettes and other vaping products typically contain nicotine, which is a physically and psychologically addictive substance. Regulatory and public-health agencies, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the World Health Organization (WHO), consistently describe nicotine as a dependence-forming drug that can affect the brain’s reward pathways and make quitting difficult.

On VapePicks:

  • All content is written for adults who already use nicotine or are actively considering nicotine products.

  • Our reviews and guides do not target people who do not currently use nicotine.

  • We do not encourage anyone to start using nicotine in any form.

Not for minors

Vape devices and nicotine products are not for minors. Our site:

  • Does not create content aimed at minors.

  • Does not depict minors using vape products.

  • Does not provide purchasing tips or device recommendations for underage readers.

  • Encourages readers to follow age-restriction laws and retail rules in their country or region.

If you are under the legal age to use nicotine products where you live, you should not use e-cigarettes or other vape devices and should not treat VapePicks’s content as guidance for your own behavior.

Not for pregnant individuals or people with serious medical conditions

Our reviews and product discussions are not written for:

  • People who are pregnant or breastfeeding

  • People with known heart or cardiovascular disease

  • People with chronic lung or respiratory disease, including asthma, COPD, or other serious conditions

  • People with serious underlying health problems who have been advised to avoid nicotine or inhaled products

Major health organizations warn that nicotine exposure during pregnancy can harm fetal development and that inhaled aerosols may worsen existing heart and lung disease. Readers in these groups should speak directly with a licensed clinician rather than rely on any consumer product review.

2. What our device reviews do – and do not – claim

VapePicks reviews focus on how vape devices behave in real-world use, not on medical outcomes.

Experience-based testing, not clinical testing

Our team – led by Chris Miller, with testing support from Marcus Reed and Jamal Davis – evaluates devices on factors such as:

  • Flavor

  • Throat hit

  • Vapor production

  • Airflow and draw

  • Battery life

  • Leak resistance

  • Build quality

  • Ease of use and portability

These scores and descriptions reflect subjective user experience under defined testing conditions. They do not represent:

  • Clinical measurements of lung function

  • Long-term health risk assessments

  • Proof that a product is “safer” than another product

  • Evidence that a product reduces or removes any disease risk

When Chris writes about a device feeling “harsher,” “smoother,” “more satisfying,” or “easier to carry,” these are practical impressions from adult testers. They are not medical conclusions.

No medical advice and no treatment recommendations

VapePicks does not:

  • Provide diagnosis, treatment, or care plans for any health condition.

  • Tell readers to start, stop, or change medication.

  • Offer individualized advice on managing nicotine dependence, withdrawal, or mental-health conditions.

  • Replace conversations with your doctor, pharmacist, or other licensed medical professionals.

Any decision to start, continue, or stop using nicotine products – including e-cigarettes – is a medical and personal decision that should be discussed with a qualified health professional who knows your history.

3. No promises about quitting smoking or reducing harm

Many readers are current or former smokers. Some are interested in e-cigarettes because they have seen claims about smoking cessation or harm reduction in other places.

On VapePicks:

  • We do not claim that any vape device will help you quit smoking.

  • We do not guarantee that switching from cigarettes to vaping will reduce your health risks.

  • We do not describe any product as “safe,” “harmless,” or “healthy.”

Research on e-cigarettes and long-term health outcomes is still developing. Regulatory agencies also differ in how they frame potential risk differences between cigarettes and vaping. Because of this, we keep our language cautious. If we reference comparative risk at all, we base it on clearly cited statements from recognized public-health bodies and we repeat their limits and uncertainties.

If you are trying to quit smoking, your best source of help is a licensed healthcare provider or local quit-support program, not a device review website.

4. How we handle health and risk information

VapePicks separates user experience from health and safety information.

Source of risk and health statements

Any statement on VapePicks that touches on:

  • Nicotine addiction or dependence

  • Respiratory effects of inhaling aerosols

  • Possible cardiovascular impacts

  • Poisoning risk, including ingestion by children or pets

  • Regulatory warnings and product restrictions

must be grounded in authoritative sources, such as:

  • The World Health Organization (WHO)

  • The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

  • The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and its Center for Tobacco Products (CTP)

  • Comparable national or regional health agencies in other countries

  • Peer-reviewed medical and toxicology literature

We do not rely on marketing copy, unsourced brand claims, or anonymous blog posts when discussing risk.

Where needed, our clinical and respiratory advisor, Dr. Adrian Walker, MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, reviews our wording. He checks that risk descriptions stay in line with current medical thinking, that warnings are not watered down, and that we do not overstate possible benefits of any device.

Separating feelings from risk

In our reviews, you will see two different types of language:

  1. Experience descriptions from Chris, Marcus, and Jamal

    • Example: “I noticed a sharp throat hit at higher nicotine strength,” or “Marcus felt the vapor became harsh above a certain wattage.”

    • These are subjective impressions and will vary between people.

  2. Risk and safety notes based on authorities or Dr. Walker’s framing

    • Example: “Health agencies warn that nicotine is addictive and that no e-cigarette has been proven safe for long-term use.”

    • These statements come from the bodies listed above and are labeled as general health information, not device-specific guarantees.

We keep these categories separate in our writing, so readers can see what comes from testers’ day-to-day use and what comes from broader medical and regulatory guidance.

5. Limits of our expertise and your responsibility as a reader

Our testing team has experience with product design, heavy and light vaping patterns, and practical issues like leaking, coil lifespan, and battery behavior. However:

  • We are not your personal clinicians.

  • We cannot assess your individual health risks.

  • We cannot tell you whether any product is appropriate for your specific medical situation.

Readers remain responsible for:

  • Checking local laws on age limits, product types, and where vaping is allowed

  • Reading and following the warning labels and user manuals that come with each device

  • Keeping devices and e-liquids away from minors and pets

  • Seeking urgent care if they notice serious symptoms such as chest pain, trouble breathing, or signs of nicotine poisoning

Whenever you have questions about your lungs, heart, pregnancy, or long-term health, you should talk to a doctor rather than adjusting devices or nicotine strength on your own.

6. Local regulations and changing evidence

Vaping and nicotine products are regulated differently across countries and regions. Laws can change over time. New research also appears regularly.

For that reason, we strongly encourage every reader to:

  • Review the regulations and guidance in their own country or state, especially on:

    • Legal age limits

    • Product types that are allowed or restricted

    • Maximum nicotine strengths

    • Where vaping is banned or limited

  • Stay aware of product warnings, recalls, or safety notices issued by regulators or manufacturers.

We update our content periodically, but we cannot guarantee that every article reflects the most recent legal changes or scientific publications at every moment. When in doubt, check the most recent information from your local authorities and health agencies.

7. Summary

  • VapePicks reviews vape devices for adult nicotine users and does not promote nicotine use among non-users or minors.

  • Nicotine is addictive, and vaping products can pose health risks, especially for pregnant individuals and people with heart or lung disease.

  • Our device reviews are experience-based, not medical evaluations. They do not offer diagnosis, treatment, or guarantees about quitting smoking or reducing harm.

  • Health and risk statements on VapePicks are based on trusted public-health bodies and peer-reviewed research, with additional review from our clinical advisor.

  • Readers are responsible for following local laws, reading product warnings, and seeking professional medical care when needed.

If you have any questions about your own health, talk to a licensed healthcare professional. Our content is meant to help you understand how devices work in everyday use, not to guide medical decisions.