Opinion | Embracing Vaping Will Save Lives Lost from Smoking
February 14, 2025 by nytimes.com
Opinion | Embracing Vaping Will Save Lives Lost from Smoking
29 million Americans still smoke, a decrease from 1964. The FDA proposed lowering nicotine in cigarettes to combat addiction. However, cutting nicotine levels could lead to illegal markets if alternatives are unsatisfying. The FDA restricts vapes, fearing they attract youth. Approving safer alternatives and educating the public is crucial. Anti-tobacco activists aim to eradicate nicotine addiction entirely, especially with the rise in teenage vaping. Concerns remain about vaping leading to smoking or hindering quitting. Actions must prioritize safer products, affordability, and public awareness that smoking, not nicotine, is the main killer.
