Sociodemographic Differences in the Use of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems in the European Union

Conclusions:
In 2012, ever-use of ENDS was low in the European population in general. However, younger people or those with a high education used ENDS more frequently. These results indicate a need for more appropriate product information targeted at these groups.

Implications:
This study shows that in the European Union in 2012, regular use of ENDS was rare, especially among nonsmokers. Only age and education were strongly associated with ENDS use. The increased prevalence of ever-use among the younger age groups is relevant, as in this age group smoking habits are established. The higher ever-use of ENDS among younger and higher educated people found in this study indicates a need to target appropriate product information, stressing that ENDS use does not imply zero harm.

Source: Nicotine and Tobacco Research - April 8, 2016 Category: Addiction Authors: Ooms, G. I., Bosdriesz, J. R., Portrait, F. R. M., Kunst, A. E. Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research