Fact : Long-term studies are needed, but current short-term studies show that e-cigarettes do help smokers quit
Summary of E-cigarette Effects on Dendritic Cells: While the impact of e-cigarettes on DCs appears to be variable, depending on the underlying immune state, dosing and presence of flavorants, this can largely be attributed to the paucity of studies and heterogeneity of DC populations (Table 2)
P2 reported increased e-cigarette use, attributing this to peer environment and lifestyle changes: P3 similarly reported increased use alongside periodic conventional cigarette use, sourcing e-cigarettes from Indonesia and supplementing with local cigarettes
The ban, which could also cover the Lucky Strike, Marlboro Gold, Vogue and Fortuna brands, is the logical conclusion of a new public health law based on a European directive which stipulates tobacco products must not include any element that contributes to the promotion of tobacco or give an erroneous impression of certain characteristics
The past offers comfort but may also prevent movement toward a different future