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The scientific community in the United States and Europe are primarily concerned with the possible effect of electronic cigarette use on public health. [1] There is concern among public health experts that e-cigarettes could renormalize smoking, weaken measures to control tobacco, [2] and serve as a gateway for smoking among youth. [3]
Some countries have regulated e-cigarettes as a medical product even though they have not approved them as a smoking cessation aid. [37] A 2014 review stated the emerging phenomenon of e-cigarettes has raised concerns in the health community, governments, and the general public and recommended that e-cigarettes should be regulated to protect ...
NIDA also publishes non-technical reports of this research for benefit of the public, as well as publications that summarize what is known about nicotine addiction and tobacco cessation programs. Office of the Surgeon General: Publishes in print and on the web, a variety of materials related to smoking health issues and cessation of smoking. [7]
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A new review of existing studies pinpoints the most effective strategies that can help a person quit smoking. These include a common anti-nicotine drug, a plant-based drug, and nicotine e-cigarettes.
A systemic review and meta-analysis paper reviewed numerous studies that included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and showed that using electronic cigarettes reduces smoking cessation. In other words, people that use e-cigarettes to quit smoking have a lower chance of quitting than those people that do not use e-cigarettes. [41]
the escalation in smoking and other forms of tobacco consumption by children and adolescents; the impact of all forms of advertising, promotion, and sponsorship aimed at encouraging tobacco use; The treaty is notable for its unprecedented inclusion of nongovernmental organizations throughout the negotiation and drafting processes. [14]
Smoking cessation, usually called quitting smoking or stopping smoking, is the process of discontinuing tobacco smoking. [1] Tobacco smoke contains nicotine, which is addictive and can cause dependence. [2] [3] As a result, nicotine withdrawal often makes the process of quitting difficult.