Summary
Introduction:
This text provides an analysis of a longitudinal study examining the relationship between smoking and e-cigarette use among adult smokers in the United States. The study followed a cohort of adult smokers who purchased a Juul Starter Kit over a one-year period, assessing their smoking and e-cigarette use at six timepoints. The study aimed to assess rates of complete past 30-day switching away from smoking and associations of relevant sociodemographic, smoking, and Juul use characteristics with subsequent switching.
Key Points:
* The study followed a cohort of adult smokers who purchased a Juul Starter Kit over a one-year period.
* The primary aims of the study were to assess rates of complete past 30-day switching away from smoking and associations of relevant sociodemographic, smoking, and Juul use characteristics with subsequent switching.
* The study used a naturalistic observational design, with participants recruited from retail stores and online.
* Participants were invited to complete follow-up assessments at 1, 2, 3, 6, 9, and 12 months after initial purchase.
* The study measured past 30-day switching away from smoking, past 30-day Juul use, and other sociodemographic, smoking, and Juul use characteristics.
* The study found that rates of switching increased over time, with 51.2% of respondents reporting complete switching at the 12-month follow-up.
* Greater use of and dependence on Juul predicted switching.
Main Message:
The study provides evidence that e-cigarette use, specifically Juul, may be associated with increased rates of smoking cessation among adult smokers. The findings suggest that Juul use may facilitate switching away from combustible cigarettes, which could have implications for public health and tobacco control policy. However, further research is needed to confirm these results and to better understand the potential risks and benefits of e-cigarette use for smoking cessation. Overall, the study highlights the need for continued research and regulation of e-cigarettes to ensure their safe and effective use for smoking cessation.
Citation
Goldenson NI, Shiffman S, Hatcher C, et al. Switching away from Cigarettes across 12 Months among Adult Smokers Purchasing the JUUL System. American journal of health behavior. 2021;45(3):443-463. doi:10.5993/AJHB.45.3.4
