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Young people and disposable e-cigarettes with David Hammond
Young people and disposable e-cigarettes with David Hammond
Young people and disposable e-cigarettes with David Hammond
Thursday 8th August 2024
Dr Elle Wadsworth and Prof. David Hammond discuss youth vaping trends, disposable e-cigarettes, and nicotine salts in Canada, the UK, and the US.
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Episode Overview
- Youth vaping has shifted dramatically towards disposable e-cigarettes.
- England sees 83% of youth vapours using disposables.
- Nicotine salts make vaping more palatable and potentially more addictive.
- Different countries have varying vaping policies affecting youth trends.
- Nuanced regulations are needed to balance adult smoking cessation and youth prevention.
What the change has meant in England is that there’s probably more room for regulating some of these [vaping] products without undermining their use as a cessation aid
This episode of Addiction Audio dives into the world of vaping among young people, with Dr Elle Wadsworth chatting to Professor David Hammond from the University of Waterloo. They explore the shifting landscape of disposable e-cigarettes and nicotine salts in Canada, the UK, and the US. The discussion highlights the policy differences between these countries and how these differences impact youth vaping trends.
They also touch on the environmental consequences of disposable vapes and the various regulatory options available to policymakers. David Hammond's research reveals that the youth vaping market has dramatically shifted towards disposable e-cigarettes, especially in England, where 83% of youth vapours now use disposables. This shift is linked to the rise of brands like Elf Bar and the introduction of nicotine salts, which make vaping more palatable and potentially more addictive.
The episode provides a fascinating look at how quickly the vaping market evolves and the challenges this poses for public health and policy. The conversation also covers the broader implications of these findings for smoking cessation efforts among adults. While e-cigarettes can be an effective tool for quitting smoking, the rise in youth vaping raises questions about how to balance harm reduction for adults with preventing uptake among young people.
Hammond suggests that more nuanced regulatory approaches are needed, ones that can support adult smokers while reducing the appeal of vaping to youth. If you're curious about how vaping policies differ across countries or concerned about the environmental impact of disposable vapes, this episode is a must-listen. It's a thought-provoking discussion that offers insights into one of today's most pressing public health issues.