Sharp rise in long-term vaping among adults in England, study finds
July 18, 2024 by news-medical.net
Sharp rise in long-term vaping among adults in England, study finds
The long-term vaping trend in England has significantly risen since 2021, with one in ten adults reporting vaping for over six months by 2023, especially among young individuals. The increase is associated with the popularity of disposable e-cigarettes. Usage grew among both smokers and non-smokers, with men initially vaping more than women. The shift towards disposable devices raises concerns about the environment. Observational study results suggest regulations are needed to curb youth vaping, without discouraging smokers from using e-cigarettes to quit. Prohibiting disposable vapes might not greatly impact vaping rates, but addressing their appeal through marketing restrictions could promote vaping as a smoking cessation aid.
12.90% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 7.2 million current smokers in United Kingdom 14.60% of men are current smokers but only 11.20% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
