Smoking out, vaping in: A new CDC report offers cause for optimism
November 18, 2024 by theblaze.com
Smoking out, vaping in: A new CDC report offers cause for optimism
The CDC's 2023 survey shows record-low adult smoking rates, with only 12.1% smoking nationwide, down from 14% in 2022. Young adult smoking also dramatically decreased. Vaping among young adults rose by 90% from 2016 to 2023, while smoking rates fell by 63.8%, indicating a correlation. Despite positive trends, advocates continue to push for strict tobacco policies. While some organizations criticize flavored products, acknowledging their role in harm reduction, they call for stricter regulations. The FDA's slow authorization of harm-reducing products has led to misunderstandings. Acknowledging the progress, policymakers and advocates should promote access to harm-reduction alternatives to further reduce cigarette use.
18.30% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 48.7 million current smokers in United States 21.60% of men are current smokers but only 15.20% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
