is tied for the second most popular country for e-cigarettes, with use growing from 11% to 15% since 2020 (Source) According to a Statista Consumer Insights survey of selected countries, 15% of American adults use e-cigarettes at least occasionally, tying with Switzerland for second place
Nicotine Pouches Gaining Youth Popularity Marketing messaging claims that these nicotine pouches are intended for individuals aged 21+ to help them quit using traditional tobacco products. However, they are not an FDA-approved quit medication, and currently research shows that the biggest increase in users is among young people
On the other end of the political spectrum, Nathan Benefield, vice-president and chief operating officer of the conservative-leaning Commonwealth Foundation, said the targeted tax increases included in the budget deals hurt Pennsylvania in small ways and distorted the overall economy
But as the habit has become increasingly marginalized, smokers are at a higher risk of becoming social pariahs