Quitting Smoking Can Add Years to Your Life, Especially if Done Early
A new study by researchers at University College London (UCL) has found that every cigarette smoked can reduce life expectancy by approximately 20 minutes on average. The findings, published in the journal Addiction, suggest that the cumulative effect of smoking can have a significant impact on the length and quality of life.
Read moreState Implements New Law in 2025 to Curb Youth E-Cigarette Use
A recent study conducted by The Freedom Center, a Maryland-based addiction treatment facility, has identified Kentucky as the seventh-largest underage vaping hotspot in the United States. The study analyzed data from the American Lung Association, Public Health Law Center, and the Center on Alcohol, Substance Use and Addiction (CASAA), revealing that 21.9% of Kentucky high school students use vapes.
Read moreGSTHR Briefing Paper Showcases Aotearoa New Zealand’s Smoking Cessation Success Through Vaping
The Global State of Tobacco Harm Reduction (GSTHR), a project from public health agency Knowledge·Action·Change (KAC), has released its latest Briefing Paper, which sheds light on Aotearoa New Zealand’s remarkable journey towards achieving “smokefree” status. The report, titled “Pro-consumer laws and an endorsement for vaping: why smoking is disappearing in Aotearoa New Zealand,” showcases the country’s rapid embrace of vaping as a critical tool in reducing smoking rates and provides valuable insights for other countries seeking to tackle the global smoking epidemic.
Read moreA recent review conducted by the In Silico research team, a project led by the Center of Excellence for the Acceleration of Harm Reduction (CoEHAR) at the University of Catania, has found that e-cigarettes are more effective compared to other treatments used for smoking cessation.
Read moreA recent study published in the journal BMC Medicine1 by researchers at University College London sheds light on the growing trend of vaping among ex-smokers in England over the past decade. The study, which analyzed data from 2013 to 2024, found a significant increase in vaping prevalence, particularly among younger adults. This rise coincides with the growing popularity of disposable e-cigarettes and shifting social trends.
Read moreAddiction Treatment Specialists Analyze Data, Call for Stricter Regulations to Protect Youth
A recent study conducted by addiction treatment specialists at The Freedom Center has identified Oklahoma as the eighth-largest underage vaping hotspot in the United States. The study analyzed data from the American Lung Association, revealing that approximately 21.7% of Oklahoma teens use e-cigarettes.
Read moreA new study from the University of Michigan has shed light on the primary reasons why teenagers engage in vaping. The study, titled “Reasons for Vaping Among U.S. Adolescents,” analyzed data from in-school surveys of U.S. students in eighth, tenth, and 12th grades, revealing a complex mix of factors driving the vaping trend.
Read moreA new study published in Nicotine and Tobacco Research by Oxford University Press reveals that individuals who switch from smoking cigarettes to vaping experience improved respiratory health. However, those who begin using electronic cigarettes while continuing to smoke regular cigarettes do not report any improvement in respiratory symptoms.
Read moreA new study on smoking behavior, published in the international journal Addiction on November 4, 2024, by researchers from the University Hospital Düsseldorf, reveals that e-cigarette use in Germany is on the rise, particularly among young people. The study also found that the number of people who smoke traditional cigarettes remains high.
Read moreThe Social Mobility Commission1, an independent government body, has found that children aged 11 to 15 from wealthier families are more likely to vape, drink alcohol, and use illegal drugs compared to their less affluent peers. The commission analyzed NHS data and expressed deep concern over the findings, although they could not identify the underlying causes.
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