What are the effects of e-cigarettes on quitting tobacco use, according to WHO
Examine the conclusions reached by WHO regarding the effectiveness of e-cigarettes in helping individuals quit tobacco use.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the effectiveness of e-cigarettes in helping individuals quit tobacco use is yet to be fully determined. However, WHO has drawn some conclusions based on available evidence:
- There is insufficient evidence to conclude that e-cigarettes are effective for quitting tobacco use.
- E-cigarettes are not approved as a smoking cessation aid by regulatory authorities in many countries.
- While e-cigarettes may offer a less harmful alternative for current smokers, they are not risk-free. E-cigarettes contain nicotine and other harmful substances.
- The long-term health effects of e-cigarettes are still unknown, as they have not been on the market for a significant duration.
- The marketing tactics employed by e-cigarette manufacturers can attract both current tobacco users and non-users, potentially leading to an increase in tobacco use among young people.
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