Smokeless nicotine seen as ‘bridge’ for military members, veterans quitting cigarettes
March 18, 2026 by thehill.com
Smokeless nicotine seen as ‘bridge’ for military members, veterans quitting cigarettes
Smokeless nicotine products are increasingly viewed as a transitional tool to help military members quit traditional cigarettes. Experts note that tobacco use is deeply ingrained in military culture, making cessation particularly challenging. Health professionals, including Stephen Ferrara, emphasize the severe long-term consequences of smoking, such as stroke and critical limb ischemia. They argue that moving away from combustible cigarettes can significantly reduce these health risks. Overall, harm reduction strategies are being promoted as a practical step toward improving the health of service members and veterans.
14.10% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 39.8 million current smokers in United States 17.10% of men are current smokers but only 11.10% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
