Article
Substance Abuse
Elias M. Klemperer, Janice Y. Bunn, Amanda M. Palmer, Tracy T. Smith, Benjamin A. Toll, K. Michael Cummings, Matthew J. Carpenter
Summary: This study found that quitting electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) is not associated with quitting combustible tobacco products (CTPs) among current smokers, but there is a possible risk of relapse to smoking associated with quitting ENDS among former smokers.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sana Majid, Robert M. Weisbrod, Jessica L. Fetterman, Rachel J. Keith, Syed H. M. Rizvi, Yuxiang Zhou, Leili Behrooz, Rose Marie Robertson, Aruni Bhatnagar, Daniel J. Conklin, Naomi M. Hamburg
Summary: Pod-based e-liquids and their components impair endothelial cell function, potentially causing cardiovascular harm.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Mi Ah Han
Summary: The study found that complete smoking cessation was associated with decreased prevalence of depression in Korean adults. However, former cigarette smokers who had ever used e-cigarettes were more likely to experience a depressed mood and depressive symptoms. The use of e-cigarettes or heated tobacco products at any time may reduce the beneficial effect of smoking cessation on mental health.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Lina AlQobaly, Hassan Abed, Yaser Alsahafi, Wael Sabbah, Faisal F. Hakeem
Summary: This study aimed to assess the association between e-cigarettes and self-reported periodontal disease, and whether smoking status explains this association. The results showed that e-cigarette use is associated with self-reported periodontal disease, but smoking status appears to explain the relationship.
JOURNAL OF DENTISTRY
(2022)
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Evan W. Neczypor, Matthew J. Mears, Arunava Ghosh, M. Flori Sassano, Richard J. Gumina, Loren E. Wold, Robert Tarran
Summary: The potential health risks of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are not fully understood. Although some studies suggest that e-cigarette use with counseling may help reduce smoking, observational studies have not shown a clear association between e-cigarette use and smoking cessation. E-cigarette use is associated with cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, particularly in individuals who have never smoked. There is limited research on the effects of e-cigarette use in adolescents and young adults.
Article
Substance Abuse
Wei Li, Mayra Vargas-Rivera, Thomas E. Eissenberg, Alan Shihadeh, Soha Talih, Wasim Maziak
Summary: This study found that menthol/mint flavor significantly enhances the subjective experience of e-cigarette users. Regulating menthol/mint flavor may be a promising strategy to curb e-cigarette use among young people.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Wei Li, Mayra Vargas-Rivera, Thomas E. Eissenberg, Alan Shihadeh, Soha Talih, Wasim Maziak
Summary: The study shows that menthol/mint flavor significantly enhances the subjective experience of e-cigarette users. Compared to classic tobacco flavor, users reported higher satisfaction and greater enjoyment with menthol/mint flavor, although no significant differences were observed in plasma nicotine concentration or puff parameters.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Sebastien Soulet, Carine Casile
Summary: This publication provides a physical explanation for the consistent delivery of nicotine doses. Both numerical and experimental approaches are used to study the efficiency of nicotine delivery and the consistency under laboratory conditions. The results show a high level of nicotine recovery and suggest a complete vaporisation process. However, the consistency in real-life situations may be affected by various factors such as puff frequency, power set-up, and battery characteristics.
THERMAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING PROGRESS
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Janet Audrain-McGovern, Daniel Rodriguez, Stephen Pianin, Shannon Testa
Summary: The study identified four different developmental pathways among adolescents: some adolescents start using e-cigarettes with a delay but quickly, some adolescents use e-cigarettes steadily from the beginning, some adolescents use both e-cigarettes and traditional cigarettes, and some adolescents do not use e-cigarettes or traditional cigarettes. The findings also revealed that adolescents who were dual users had a greater number and severity of e-cigarette and combustible cigarette risk factors.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Hipolito Perez-Martin, Cristina Lidon-Moyano, Adrian Gonzalez-Marron, Marcela Fu, Raul Perez-Ortuno, Montse Ballbe, Juan Carlos Martin-Sanchez, Jose A. Pascual, Esteve Fernandez, Jose M. Martinez-Sanchez
Summary: This study analyzed data from a longitudinal and a cross-sectional study to investigate the nicotine metabolite ratio among tobacco smokers, e-cigarette users with and without nicotine, and nonusers. The findings showed that exclusive users of e-cigarettes without nicotine had the lowest nicotine metabolic rate, while cigarette smokers had the highest. Nonusers had a lower nicotine metabolic rate compared to cigarette smokers. Additionally, younger individuals and those with lower body mass index had higher nicotine metabolic rates.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Jamie E. Spahn, Salomon A. Stavchansky, Zhengrong Cui
Summary: Electronic cigarettes, marketed as smoking cessation devices, have raised concerns over safety due to their rapid adoption and lack of regulation. More research is needed on these devices and nicotine solutions, given the current lack of regulation in the market.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICS
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Remi Valter, Ophelie Guyonvarch, Ingrid Allagbe, Anne-Laurence Le Faou
Summary: The study aimed to explore factors associated with one-month abstinence in dual users compared to exclusive smokers in French smoking cessation services (SCS). The results showed that dual users had similar cessation rates as exclusive smokers, but presented more comorbidities and higher nicotine dependence levels. Predictors of abstinence in dual users included employment or retirement, multiple previous quit attempts, low nicotine dependence, high motivation to quit, and regular follow-up consultations. The findings suggest that dual users seeking help in SCS can benefit from support to achieve abstinence, despite their higher nicotine dependence and comorbidities. Further qualitative research is needed to provide tailored interventions for this specific group of smokers.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Respiratory System
Patrice Marques, Laura Piqueras, Maria-Jesus Sanz
Summary: The electronic cigarette, considered a safe alternative to traditional cigarettes, has revolutionized the tobacco industry. While it may be safer than conventional cigarettes, there are still debates on its safety and effectiveness as a smoking cessation method. Short-term use of e-cigarettes has shown harmful effects, and the long-term impact remains insufficiently understood.
RESPIRATORY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Benjamin A. Cristol, Stephanie L. Clendennen, Emily T. Hebert, Melissa B. Harrell
Summary: This study compared symptoms of nicotine dependence among young adults who were exclusive past 30-day (P30D) users of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) versus exclusive P30D cigarette smokers. The results showed that young adults who used ENDS exhibited higher levels of nicotine dependence symptoms compared to cigarette smokers.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Respiratory System
Wai Kit Lee, Catherine L. Smith, Caroline X. Gao, Brigitte M. Borg, Kristopher Nilsen, David Brown, Annie Makar, Thomas McCrabb, Bruce R. Thompson, Michael J. Abramson
Summary: The study indicates that e-cigarette users tend to be younger, have mental health diagnoses, and self-reported asthma. After controlling for confounders, e-cigarette use was significantly associated with chest tightness, while lung mechanics results showed more abnormal reactance in e-cigarette users.
Article
Substance Abuse
Susan Cherop Kaai, Genevieve Sansone, Gang Meng, Jane Rahedi Ong'ang'o, Fastone Goma, Lawrence Ikamari, Anne C. K. Quah, Geoffrey T. Fong
Summary: This study compares the introduction of pictorial health warnings (PHWs) in Kenya with text-only warnings in Zambia and finds that the implementation of PHWs in Kenya significantly increased the effectiveness of health warnings. This is important for other African countries that still use text-only warnings.
Article
Substance Abuse
Bill King, Ron Borland, Michael Le Grande, Richard O'Connor, Geoffrey Fong, Ann McNeill, Dorothy Hatsukami, Michael Cummings
Summary: This study finds that awareness of filter ventilation and understanding of its effects are currently low, indicating that smokers are deceived by the technology. The study suggests a ban on filter ventilation due to its misleading nature.
Article
Substance Abuse
Crawford Moodie, Catherine Best, Sara C. Hitchman, Nathan Critchlow, Anne-Marie Mackintosh, Ann McNeill, Martine Stead
Summary: The study findings suggest that standardized packaging has had the intended impacts on smokers, including increasing the noticeability of warning labels, diminishing the appeal and value of cigarettes/rolling tobacco compared to before, and strengthening disagreement on the presence of more harmful substances in certain brands. There were no significant differences in responses to standardized packaging based on social grade.
Article
Substance Abuse
Brian Vincent Fix, Richard J. OConnor, Maciej Lukasz Goniewicz, Noel L. Leigh, Michael Cummings, Sara C. Hitchman, Geoffrey T. Fong, Georges El Nahas, David Hammond, Ann McNeill, Ron Borland, Bill King, Mary N. Palumbo
Summary: This study analyzes the chemical composition of vaping products (VPs) purchased in the USA, Canada, England and Australia, and assesses whether differences in regulations are associated with differences in the VPs' composition. The study finds that there are variations in the composition of VPs, particularly in terms of nicotine and flavoring, among different countries. Additionally, in England, the liquids purchased contain more identifiable flavoring chemicals compared to other countries.
Article
Substance Abuse
Lin Li, Ron Borland, K. Michael Cummings, Andrew Hyland, Michael Le Grande, Geoffrey T. Fong, Ann McNeill
Summary: There is a consistent association between polysmoking and reduced quit success for combustible tobacco, but it is probably due to increased likelihood of transitioning to non-daily use rather than complete cessation.
Article
Substance Abuse
Katherine A. East, Connor R. Miller, Sara C. Hitchman, Ann McNeill, Charlotte N. E. Tompkins
Summary: The study found that IQOS users are confused about how to describe their use and lack suitable terminology. They often refer to IQOS use as smoking but resist being labeled as smokers. Some users prefer to be identified as vapers or ex-smokers, or create new identities.
Article
Substance Abuse
Elias M. Klemperer, Janice Y. Bunn, Amanda M. Palmer, Tracy T. Smith, Benjamin A. Toll, K. Michael Cummings, Matthew J. Carpenter
Summary: This study found that quitting electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) is not associated with quitting combustible tobacco products (CTPs) among current smokers, but there is a possible risk of relapse to smoking associated with quitting ENDS among former smokers.
Editorial Material
Substance Abuse
Michael F. Pesko, K. Michael Cummings, Clifford E. Douglas, Jonathan Foulds, Thomas Miller, Nancy A. Rigotti, Kenneth E. Warner
Correction
Psychology, Clinical
Shannon Gravely, Pete Driezen, Erin A. McClure, David Hammond, K. Michael Cummings, Gary Chan, Andrew Hyland, Ron Borland, Katherine A. East, Geoffrey T. Fong, Gillian L. Schauer, Anne C. K. Quah, Janine Ouimet, Danielle M. Smith
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alex Abramovich, Nelson Pang, Kawon Victoria Kim, Rowen K. K. Stark, Shannon Lange, Michael Chaiton, Carmen H. H. Logie, Hayley A. A. Hamilton, Sean A. A. Kidd
Summary: This study aimed to examine the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on various dimensions of wellbeing among 2SLGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness. Three online surveys were conducted over a 12-month period to assess mental health, substance and alcohol use, health care access, and violence. The results showed that youth participants experienced mental health challenges and reduced access to mental health care during the early waves of the pandemic, but improvements were observed throughout the pandemic.
Review
Substance Abuse
Raven Starr, Kim Murray, Michael Chaiton
Summary: This review explores the potential of a nonprofit Compassion Club model and discusses how independent vape stores could provide the infrastructure to transform tobacco distribution. Compassion Clubs exist internationally and have focused on distributing illicit drugs or hard-to-access pharmaceuticals, while also providing social support to reduce harms associated with drug use. Developing regulations and policies is necessary to guide a compassion club model for the tobacco industry.
NICOTINE & TOBACCO RESEARCH
(2023)
Retraction
Substance Abuse
David R. Strong, John P. Pierce, Martha White, Matthew D. Stone, David B. Abrams, Allison M. Glasser, Olivia A. Wackowski, K. Michael Cummings, Andrew Hyland, Kristie Taylor, Kathryn C. Edwards, Marushka L. Silveira, Heather L. Kimmel, Elizabeth Y. Lambert, Wilson M. Compton, Lynn C. Hull, Raymond Niaura
NICOTINE & TOBACCO RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Michael Chaiton, Rachel Thorburn, Emily Chan, Ilana Copeland, Chieng Luphuyong, Patrick Feng
Summary: This study examines the impact of web-based care on access to care and quality of care for LGBTQ2S+ youths seeking mental health and substance use services. The findings highlight themes such as accessibility, communication, choice, provider relationship, and interactions in web-based care. Barriers to care were identified, and unexpected benefits of web-based care were also found. The study recommends service providers to be more empathetic and transparent, and suggests the establishment of hybrid models of care to meet the diverse needs of LGBTQ2S+ youths.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
M. Pienkowski, M. Chaiton, S. J. Bondy, J. E. Cohen, J. Dubray, T. Eissenberg, P. Kaufman, M. B. Stanbrook, J. O'loughlin, J. Dos Santos, R. Schwartz
Summary: This study examines the development of dependence among e-cigarette users and compares the differences between smokers and non-smokers. The results show that many e-cigarette users develop symptoms of dependence within two to five years since starting vaping. Non-smokers may be at higher risk of becoming e-cigarette dependent, as they reached dependence milestones faster than smokers.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Correction
Substance Abuse
Shannon Gravely, K. Michael Cummings, David Hammond, Eric Lindblom, Danielle M. Smith, Nadia Martin, Ruth Loewen, Ron Borland, Andrew Hyland, Mary E. Thompson, Christian Boudreau, Karin Kasza, Janine Ouimet, Anne C. K. Quah, Richard J. O'Connor, Geoffrey T. Fong
NICOTINE & TOBACCO RESEARCH
(2023)
