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Vaping, especially daily vaping, may actually make it harder to quit smoking

Last updated: March 6, 2025 2:19 am
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The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science and Moores Cancer Center at the University of California San Diego recently conducted a study on the impact of e-cigarette use on smoking cessation among smokers in the United States. Contrary to popular belief, the study revealed that e-cigarette use does not increase smoking cessation and is actually associated with reduced tobacco abstinence.

Published in JAMA, the study challenges the common misconception that vaping can help people quit smoking. Dr. John P. Pierce, a Distinguished Professor at the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health, emphasized that while some smokers believe that switching to vaping can aid in quitting smoking, the scientific evidence does not support this claim.

The researchers analyzed data from over 6,000 U.S. smokers and found that smoking cessation rates were lower among smokers who vaped daily or occasionally compared to those who did not vape. This suggests that vaping may not be an effective method for quitting smoking as many people believe.

It is important to note that while e-cigarettes do not have the same health risks as traditional cigarettes, they are not completely harmless. Dr. Pierce highlighted that the long-term health effects of vaping are still unknown, and caution should be exercised when considering the use of e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation aid.

One of the strengths of the study was its ability to control for various factors known to influence smoking cessation, such as interest in quitting, smoking frequency, and socioeconomic status. This allowed the researchers to draw definitive conclusions about the relationship between vaping and smoking cessation.

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The study’s findings have significant implications for public health policy, particularly in how e-cigarettes are marketed to adolescents. It is crucial to address the misconception that vaping can help people quit smoking, especially considering the potential for e-cigarettes to lead to nicotine addiction among young people.

In conclusion, the research conducted by the University of California San Diego provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation tool. Moving forward, it is essential to rely on rigorous scientific evidence to inform policies and interventions related to tobacco control.

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