More than half of adolescent E-Cigarette users had never smoked a cigarette: findings from a study of school children in the UK

Electronic cigarettes (ECs) are known for their use as a smoking cessation aid; however, experimental use in adolescence is a growing international concern. The proportion of adolescent EC users who have never used tobacco is rising. EC use is associated with later tobacco initiation in young people. Understanding adolescent beliefs about ECs is needed to inform public health campaigns and school education regarding the EC and the associated risks.
Source: Public Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Tags: Short Communication Source Type: research