Since their introduction, e-cigarettes have triggered controversy. Often touted as safer alternatives to regular cigarettes, e-cigarettes come with their own risks, including possible nicotine addiction. Use among youth in particular has increased dramatically, and the FDA has proposed tighter regulations in an effort to reduce teen use. In this Forum, experts explored the perceived risks and benefits of e-cigarettes, asking how best to move forward while preserving past tobacco control successes.
Part of The Dr. Lawrence H. and Roberta Cohn Forums, this event was presented jointly with Reuters on May 7, 2019.
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