Investigating the Relation between Electronic Cigarette Use and Sleep Duration in Kentucky Using the BRFSS, 2016-2017.

Introduction:
This text analyzes the relationship between electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use and sleep duration in the state of Kentucky, using data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System survey in 2016-2017. The study aimed to control for socioeconomic and demographic variables, the presence of chronic diseases, and traditional cigarette use to determine the impact of e-cigarettes on sleep duration.

Key Points:

* The study was conducted using responses from 18,907 Kentucky adults aged 18 years and older.
* almost 40% of the participants reported short (<7 hours) sleep duration.
* Those who had currently or formerly used both traditional and e-cigarettes had the highest risk of short sleep duration.
* Those who currently or formerly smoked only traditional cigarettes also had significantly higher risk, unlike those who had only used e-cigarettes.
* The association between e-cigarette use and short sleep duration was significant only for those who currently or formerly smoked traditional cigarettes.
* The study controlled for the presence of chronic diseases and other covariates, strengthening the findings.
* The findings suggest a need for further investigation into the impact of e-cigarette use on sleep duration, particularly in the context of dual use with traditional cigarettes.

Main Message:
The study highlights the importance of considering the impact of e-cigarette use on sleep duration, particularly in populations with high rates of nicotine dependence and related chronic diseases. The findings suggest that dual use of e-cigarettes and traditional cigarettes is associated with short sleep duration, indicating a potential public health concern. Further research is needed to better understand the relationship between e-cigarette use and sleep duration, as well as the underlying mechanisms.

Christian WJ, Valvi NR, Walker CJ. Investigating the Relation between Electronic Cigarette Use and Sleep Duration in Kentucky Using the BRFSS, 2016-2017. Southern medical journal. 2023;116(3):326-331. doi:10.14423/SMJ.0000000000001529