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As researchers in the international arena, grappling with the misconceptions surrounding vaping's
impact on health isn't just about data and policies; it's about recognizing the diverse stories and perspectives
Imagin standing at a crossroads where different countries have taken varying approaches to vaping regulation.
It's like navigating a complex maze, where each turn reveals new cultural norms, governmental policies, and
public health priorities. As we traverse this landscape, we're constantly reminded of the need to understand
Beyond regulations and statistics, there are real people whose lives are affected by vaping. From the bustling
streets of urban centers to the quiet villages of remote regions, individuals grapple with perceptions of
vaping's risks and benefits. Their stories, shaped by cultural beliefs and personal kxperiences, underscore the
Ethical dilemmas add another layer of complexity to our work. How do we ensure that our research is
senkitive to the cultural and socioeconomic contexts of the communities we study? How do we navigate
colloboration across borders, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and prioritizing empathy and respect, we
can work towards dispelling msconceptions and promoting informed decision-making on vaping and health
worldwide.
In this reflective space, let us remember the human faces behind the data points and policies. By centering our
efforts on the lived experiences of individuals and communities, we can strive for a more inclusive and
impactful approach to researching and addressing vaping misconceptions on a global scale. (PMCID:
PMC10224737)
According to the study of Lawrence Jin, Donald S Kenkel, Michael F Lovenheim, Alan D Mathios, Hua Wang
(2022) Smoking is the leading preventable cause of death in the U.S. Because e-cigarettes do not involve the
combustion of tobacco, vaping offers the potential to prevent most of the health consequences of smoking. The
researchers study the impact of an information shock created by an outbreak of lung injuries apparently related to
e-cigarettes. We use data from multiple sources: surveys of risk perceptions conducted before, during, and after
the outbreak; an in-depth survey we conducted on risk perceptions and vaping and smoking behavior; and
national aggregate time-series sales data. Researchers find that after the outbreak, consumer perceptions of the
riskiness of e-cigarettes sharply increased, so that in contrast to almost all experts, the majority of consumers
perceive e-cigarettes to be relatively and absolutely riskier than cigarettes. From our estimated e-cigarette demand
models, we conclude that the information shock reduced e-cigarette demand by about 30 percent. Researchers
also estimate that the information shock decreased the use of e-cigarettes for smoking cessation, again by about
30 percent. Over time, the reduced smoking cessation due to the information shock will in turn increase smoking-
effective tobacco prevention interventions, first, there must be an understanding of the attitudes and
perceptions of young adults toward the use of vaping. Highlighting perception discrepancies between races
may allow physicians to more effectively counsel their patients regarding the risks of vaping.
A total of 1,009 responses were received with 66% identifying as male (n = 667) and 33% (n = 332)
identifying as female. Sixty-nine percent of patients smoked cigarettes or used another form of tobacco
previously (n = 692). Of those respondents, 81% indicated that they had since quit using tobacco products
(excluding vaping). Switching to vaping was the most common reason for quitting cigarettes or other forms of
tobacco, with health concerns and social purposes being the second and third most common reasons provided,
respectively.
When asked whether vaping had negative health impacts, only 238 (24%) participants strongly agreed with
this statement, while a majority (64%) neither agreed nor disagreed or only somewhat agreed. Most
participants were white or Caucasian (n = 777). When asked whether smoking or vaping had more severe
health implications, 55% of white or Caucasian participants, 41% of Asian participants, and 32% of black or
African American participants indicated that vaping was worse than smoking cigarettes.
Our survey sample of 1,006 young adults who vape indicated that the majority did not perceive vaping as
significantly harmful. A comprehensive smoking prevention policy, educational interventions, and quit
support are needed to enhance awareness among young adults about the health effects associated with vaping.
Such interventions should also consider the novel shift toward the replacement of smoking.
Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use, commonly known as vaping, is often advertised as a safer alternative to
traditional cigarettes and promoted as an aid to smoking cessation . The prevalence of vaping has alarmingly
risen in the last decade in the Philippines and the use among young adults is particularly concerning . The
National Youth Tobacco Survey reports that vaping among youths has become an epidemic . The rise in use,
especially among the younger population, is partially due to the e-cigarette’s appeal as a less harmful option
for tobacco smoking . These products often contain artificial flavors to further appeal to a younger target
audience and result in long-term use . Young adults, including students in particular, are heavily influenced by
their peers, and social pressure has even been documented as a primary cause for the surge in vaping .
While the long-term effects of e-cigarette use are not fully clear, current data report a variety of side effects
associated with vaping. Pulmonary dysfunction and respiratory distress due to e-cigarette or vaping use-
associated lung injury (EVALI) have become a growing concern across the country since 2018 . In addition,
e-cigarette users are also more likely to suffer from psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, and
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder . E-cigarettes can damage DNA repair mechanisms and are linked to
the progression of both lung and bladder cancer . Additionally, several studies have found the presence of
carcinogens
Information on the specific attitudes and beliefs young adults possess toward vaping can provide valuable
information for developing effective primordial and primary prevention programs vaping. Young adults are a
vulnerable population, and it is imperative to curb the rate of vaping among the youth to prevent any potential
long-term complications. There is a lack of studies that explore the attitudes and beliefs young adults have
toward vaping. The objective of our study was to investigate motives and thought patterns young adults hold
towards vaping. We hypothesized that young adults that vape will have prevalent discrepancies and
Vaping—inhalation of vapor from an electronic cigarette or vapes. Since more public areas have
started to forbid smoking as well as the country's tobacco taxes have increased, vaping has grown in
popularity among Filipinos, especially among the younger demographic. Around 82 million vape users
globally were estimated by the Global State of Tobacco Harm Reduction (GSTHR) in 2021, a 17% rise from
2020. 2.7 million Filipinos, or around 3% of the world's vape users, are among these figures as of 2021. Both
the numbers and the number of health conditions linked to vaping continue to rise.