A decade-long study reveals a sharp rise in vaping among ex-smokers, particularly younger adults, fueled by disposable e-cigarettes and changing social trends. Study: Prevalence and uptake of vaping among people who have quit smoking: a population study in England, 2013-2024 . Image Credit: Shutterstock AI In a recent study published in the journal BMC Medicine , researchers at University College London investigated the prevalence and patterns of vaping among ex-smokers in England from 2013 to 2024.
The study examined the trends in vaping uptake relative to smoking cessation, with a focus on nuanced factors like age, social factors, alcohol consumption, and vaping behaviors. The research also evaluated the timing and reasons behind vaping adoption among former smokers. Background Device preferences evolve: Disposable e-cigarettes and high-strength nicotine products have surged in popularity since 2021, replacing earlier reliance on vape shops with purchases from supermarkets and convenience stores.
Electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes were introduced in the United Kingdom (U.K.) in 2008 and gained prominence as a smoking cessation tool after 2011.
These devices mimic smoking behaviors and effectively deliver nicotine, making them a popular choice for smokers who are attempting to quit tobacco smoking. By 2014, over a quarter of the attempts to quit smoking in England involved e-cigarettes, with their use steadily increasing among ex-smokers. Evidence from various studies sug.