Substantially more people likely vaping, and more frequently, in US since 2013–14
More people have likely been vaping, and with greater frequency, in the U.S. since 2013–14, suggests a data analysis published online in the journal Tobacco Control.
Between 2013-14 and 2022-23, the number of vaping days across the U.S. population surged by 183%, while the prevalence of past-30-day vaping rose by 45%, and the rate of daily vaping increased by 230%, according to a study published in Tobacco Control. Daily vaping among individuals under 21 years old quadrupled, accounting for 16% of all vaping days in 2022-23.
The researchers emphasize that tracking vaping days provides valuable insights into both prevalence and frequency, despite the observational nature of the study, which cannot establish causality. The surge in vaping activity, particularly among youth and younger adults, is attributed to industry marketing targeted at younger demographics and the shift towards e-liquids containing nicotine salts, which enhance nicotine uptake.
The findings underscore the importance of monitoring vaping trends as a public health priority, especially in light of the market-wide trend toward nicotine salt e-liquids and increased vaping frequency. Concerns also arise regarding dual use and the potential for nicotine reinitiation among former smokers.
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