01.06.2019 | Tobacco (K Garrison, Section Editor)
E-Cigarettes: Tobacco Policy and Regulation
verfasst von:
Krysten W. Bold, Suchitra Krishnan-Sarin
Erschienen in:
Current Addiction Reports
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Ausgabe 2/2019
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Abstract
Purpose of the Review
The purpose of this review is to describe current trends in e-cigarette use, provide an overview of the potential health risks and benefits, and discuss tobacco policy and regulatory considerations.
Recent Findings
E-cigarette use is popular among youth and adults, despite limited evidence about the long-term risks or benefits. Internationally, there is wide variability in how e-cigarettes are classified, which has also led to large differences in regulations on these products. Regulatory policies that strike a balance between the potential benefit of these devices for adult smokers who are trying to quit smoking with reducing the appeal and addictive potential for youth are critically needed.
Summary
Continued research on the health effects and consequences of e-cigarette use will be essential to inform e-cigarette product standards and tobacco regulatory policies as scientific research strives to keep pace with the ever-changing landscape of e-cigarette technology.