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Study finds flavor bans cut youth vaping but slow decline in cigarette smoking

Last updated: August 1, 2025 12:35 am
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A recent study conducted by researchers at Mass General Brigham has shed light on the impact of policies banning flavored e-cigarettes on both adults and young people. The study found that in states where flavor bans were implemented, there was a significant decrease in e-cigarette use among young adults and adults compared to states without such bans.

However, the study also revealed a concerning trend – the decline in cigarette smoking slowed down in states with flavor bans compared to states without these restrictions. This unintended consequence highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing nicotine addiction.

Dr. Douglas Levy, the Director of Policy Research at the Tobacco Research & Treatment Center at Massachusetts General Hospital, emphasized the importance of considering the potential effects of flavor bans on overall tobacco use. While the aim is to reduce youth vaping, it is crucial to prevent a shift towards more harmful combustible cigarette use.

Flavored e-cigarettes have been a popular choice among teens and young adults, primarily due to their appealing tastes and the presence of addictive nicotine. To combat this trend, several states, including Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York, implemented bans on the sale of flavored e-cigarettes in 2020.

The study, led by Dr. David Cheng, analyzed data from surveys conducted in all 50 states and D.C. from 2019 to 2023. The findings indicated a notable decrease in e-cigarette use among young adults and adults over 25 in states with flavor bans. However, there was an increase in cigarette smoking among teenagers and young adults in these states compared to states without bans.

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Key statistics from the study include a 6.7 percentage point decline in e-cigarette use among young adults aged 18-24 in policy states in 2022 and a 1.2 percentage point decline among adults over 25 in 2023. Despite the positive impact on e-cigarette use, cigarette smoking saw less decline in states with flavor bans.

The study also highlighted variations in the effectiveness of flavor bans across different states. Massachusetts showed consistent decreases in vaping across age groups, potentially due to earlier local bans and stricter enforcement. In contrast, states like Utah and Maryland, which allowed exemptions for certain flavors or specialty shops, experienced modified impacts from their bans.

It is important to note that the study was observational, and other factors may have influenced the results. The researchers emphasized the need to explore additional strategies to address youth nicotine use without hampering the progress made in reducing cigarette smoking rates.

Moving forward, further research is needed to understand the long-term effects of flavor bans and to develop comprehensive approaches to tackle nicotine addiction among both young people and adults.

For more information, the study titled “State E-Cigarette Flavor Restrictions and Tobacco Product Use in Youths and Adults” can be found in JAMA Network Open. The DOI for the study is 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.24184.

This study was conducted by researchers at Mass General Brigham, a leading healthcare system. For more information, visit their website at https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en.

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