Vaping among youth and young adults: a "red alert" state

J Public Health Policy. 2020 Mar;41(1):63-69. doi: 10.1057/s41271-019-00193-2.

Abstract

The use of e-cigarettes, otherwise known as 'vaping', has been increasing at alarming rates among youth and young adults. Although the long-term harms of vaping are still unclear, emerging evidence brings to light potential risks associated with vaping, especially for youth and non-smokers. This paper discusses nine viable policy measures that could limit the appeal of vaping products to youth and young adults and, in turn, reduce the potential harms of vaping.

Keywords: E-cigarettes; Health warnings; Nicotine; Tobacco control.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems*
  • Government Regulation
  • Humans
  • Public Policy*
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Tobacco Industry / legislation & jurisprudence*
  • Vaping*
  • Young Adult