Annu Rev Public Health April 2018 PMID 29323609

E-Cigarettes: Use, Effects on Smoking, Risks, and Policy Implications.

Stanton A Glantz, David W Bareham

Mentions

116
Peak: 3 in May 2023
across 5 sources since Jun 2018

Extended reach

111,524
potential audience

Total likes

561

Video views

71,054

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Jun 2018 – Mar 2024

Where it's discussed

  • News81 articles
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  • Blogs10 articles
  • Facebook6 posts
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions reveal a cautious tone towards e-cigarettes, with many posts arguing they may hinder smoking cessation rather than help, citing studies and health risks. Words like 'reducing cessation' and 'expanding the nicotine market' show concern about broader social impacts, while some users echo skepticism about safety research, highlighting ongoing debates.

AgreementLow agreement

Most posts express skepticism or disagreement with the idea that e-cigarettes are beneficial, emphasizing potential health risks and the expansion of nicotine use among youth.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions are highly engaged, with posts referencing studies, health impacts, and policy debates, demonstrating strong interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include criticism, scientific references, and social discussions, indicating a moderate level of in-depth analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posts highlight health concerns and policy implications, the overall influence on policy or behavior appears limited, reflecting a modest impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Ecigarettes are seen by some as a safer alternative and a tool to stop smoking, but they still expose users to harmful toxins that can cause cardiovascular and lung diseases.
  • While they deliver fewer carcinogens than traditional cigarettes, ecigarettes contain ultrafine particles and toxins linked to serious health risks similar to those from regular smoking.
  • Rather than helping people quit, ecigarettes may actually decrease cessation efforts and encourage youth to start nicotine use, expanding the nicotine market.]

Top posts

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Joe Gitchell
@jgitchell · X

@mrmiley @PaulBates7 @DanielleTHR @vickvapes @MarcGunther @SenatorDurbin 151. Not just one of Everclear's proofs, but the # of papers cited in this 2018 (which means written in mid 2017) Glantz & Bareham chapter--with which we likely don't agree much. And with how many of those refs are you familiar? https://t.co/pOGTpZhbzH

Aug 2, 2022 · 5 likes · 1 share · 3,587 followers View post →
drowbb
@drowbb · X

@raefneerg @ChrisPalmerMD @McLeanHospital Wrong. "Rather than stimulating smokers to switch from conventional cigarettes to less dangerous e-cigarettes or quitting altogether, e-cigarettes are reducing smoking cessation rates and expanding the nicotine market by attracting youth." https://t.co/bOn3QFisJp

May 6, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 8,099 followers View post →
Jukka Kelovuori
@jkelovuori · X

@vaper_the @Dick_Puddlecote I'm pretty sure that's exactly what happened when Stan tried to give him some credibility as a "published author" by attaching his name to a paper. https://t.co/ycw7PixPsY

Feb 2, 2022 · 3 likes · 5,923 followers View post →
drowbb
@drowbb · X

@Pepe_Lugardo @ChrisPalmerMD @McLeanHospital Stop simping for vapes https://t.co/bOn3QFisJp Rather than stimulating smokers to switch from conventional cigarettes to less dangerous e-cigarettes or quitting altogether, e-cigarettes are reducing smoking cessation rates and expanding the nicotine market by attracting youth

May 6, 2023 · 1 like · 8,099 followers View post →
TomS
@MedTechTom · X

@jimkerstetter @kevinroose Bring on the COPD....nothing like a slow, rasping death.https://t.co/jlTLdCFT0M

Jan 11, 2019 · 1 like · 1,798 followers View post →
Maurice Swanson
@MauriceGSwanson · X

@ATHRA_AU @drjoesDIYhealth @GregHuntMP @RogerCookMLA @CatherineKingMP @ama_media @AMA_WA @billbellew @MontrealStan @BarehamDave @BathTR I'm simply saying there is growing evidence that vaping is harmful to the heart and lungs, which cannot be ignored https://t.co/yceXLuaJxu https://t.co/hFPybz2JqD As you know, it took decades of research to confirm the many harms caused by smoking.

Mar 19, 2019 · 1 like · 1,024 followers View post →

All mentions

AhmadHesam
@AhmadHe88222021 · X

Vape: Wie gefährlich ist die E-Zigarette? | Frag dich fit mit Doc Esser ... https://t.co/4FLm2ugUNu

Mar 31, 2024 · 97 followers View post →
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@Kubix41 · X

@cipapimuniani @deZeZed @Santos__king_ masz pal dalej te swoje smakowe chmurki https://t.co/m3NfgFq6UU https://t.co/pVHFoknx2K https://t.co/bKFEuDOC69

Aug 2, 2023 · 37 followers View post →
Rawg Slinkard
@Rawgster · X

RT @drowbb: @raefneerg @ChrisPalmerMD @McLeanHospital Wrong. "Rather than stimulating smokers to switch from conventional cigarettes to le…

May 7, 2023 · 1 share · 2,735 followers View post →
drowbb
@drowbb · X

@raefneerg @ChrisPalmerMD @McLeanHospital Wrong. "Rather than stimulating smokers to switch from conventional cigarettes to less dangerous e-cigarettes or quitting altogether, e-cigarettes are reducing smoking cessation rates and expanding the nicotine market by attracting youth." https://t.co/bOn3QFisJp

May 6, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 8,099 followers View post →
drowbb
@drowbb · X

@Pepe_Lugardo @ChrisPalmerMD @McLeanHospital Stop simping for vapes https://t.co/bOn3QFisJp Rather than stimulating smokers to switch from conventional cigarettes to less dangerous e-cigarettes or quitting altogether, e-cigarettes are reducing smoking cessation rates and expanding the nicotine market by attracting youth

May 6, 2023 · 1 like · 8,099 followers View post →
Jens Clive #NotABot Janssen ERF
@LordGanescha · X

RT @jgitchell: @mrmiley @PaulBates7 @DanielleTHR @vickvapes @MarcGunther @SenatorDurbin 151. Not just one of Everclear's proofs, but the #…

Aug 5, 2022 · 1 share · 508 followers View post →
Joe Gitchell
@jgitchell · X

@mrmiley @PaulBates7 @DanielleTHR @vickvapes @MarcGunther @SenatorDurbin 151. Not just one of Everclear's proofs, but the # of papers cited in this 2018 (which means written in mid 2017) Glantz & Bareham chapter--with which we likely don't agree much. And with how many of those refs are you familiar? https://t.co/pOGTpZhbzH

Aug 2, 2022 · 5 likes · 1 share · 3,587 followers View post →
Jukka Kelovuori
@jkelovuori · X

@vaper_the @Dick_Puddlecote I'm pretty sure that's exactly what happened when Stan tried to give him some credibility as a "published author" by attaching his name to a paper. https://t.co/ycw7PixPsY

Feb 2, 2022 · 3 likes · 5,923 followers View post →
ADAC Nacogdoches, TX
@ADAC_CCP · X

It's FUN FRIDAY!!! Check out this fun anti-vaping video sung by two 8th graders from The Nueva School in California. Sing along, dance, have fun, and maybe create your own video with an Alcohol and drug-free message. DO NOT HESITATE AND BE CREATIVE! https://t.co/lf46WsOaKi

May 8, 2020 · 181 followers View post →
Renan Levine
@RenanLevine · X

@grimelliottini @SpiroDongaris @MarkLevineNYC This is not my area of expertise, but the scholarly evidence does not support your claim (or that single study you reference). See: 1- https://t.co/HiRtcUpexs 2- https://t.co/nC1P1BpgBb 3-https://t.co/TD7JCPKhvj But will concede: https://t.co/q1SUiP7yxj

Nov 28, 2019 · 1,303 followers View post →
Eric Nelson, Ph.D.
@CommodoreNelson · X

@john_drescher A vape can deliver as much addictive nicotine as a cigarette. Health experts, schools, parents, smoking cessation experts need to go high profile to fight vaping industry esp Juul/35% owned by Altria (manufacturer of Marlboro). https://t.co/nA5CGrNPNK https://t.co/deMwjh7lTr

Nov 14, 2019 · 2,132 followers View post →
Gitte
@gittewolput · X

@TimOnTheValley @ivomechels @Testaankoop Àlle studies? Really? Aanbevolen lectuur: https://t.co/gS4FHYw33u

Oct 7, 2019 · 165 followers View post →
JC
@thehypestboy · X

@hausofdiba https://t.co/BjUcttGvLi

Aug 31, 2019 · 563 followers View post →
Rebecca Brady, MD, PhD
@rebeccagbrady · X

@rphallisey845 @BeckiBenson2000 @MDaware As a disclaimer, I think there needs to be significantly more research on the safety of e-cigs before decisions are made, but here are a couple papers: -https://t.co/EDBatKp2HI -https://t.co/qau3fGq0ml

Aug 27, 2019 · 1 like · 625 followers View post →
Maurice Swanson
@MauriceGSwanson · X

@ATHRA_AU @drjoesDIYhealth @GregHuntMP @RogerCookMLA @CatherineKingMP @ama_media @AMA_WA @billbellew @MontrealStan @BarehamDave @BathTR I'm simply saying there is growing evidence that vaping is harmful to the heart and lungs, which cannot be ignored https://t.co/yceXLuaJxu https://t.co/hFPybz2JqD As you know, it took decades of research to confirm the many harms caused by smoking.

Mar 19, 2019 · 1 like · 1,024 followers View post →
Joe Gitchell
@jgitchell · X

@jamesheathers @MarcusMunafo @deevybee @LarsPenke @aaas @ivanoransky @rrichardh Others may have other/better suggestions, but here goes with my recos. Let's start with a solid review/statement of the "stay the course/no good nicotine" posture that could generously be termed "skepticism" (betraying just a hint of my bias): https://t.co/w6tBQAL1Vp

Mar 2, 2019 · 3,587 followers View post →
TomS
@MedTechTom · X

@jimkerstetter @kevinroose Bring on the COPD....nothing like a slow, rasping death.https://t.co/jlTLdCFT0M

Jan 11, 2019 · 1 like · 1,798 followers View post →