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Electronic cigarette use among adolescents and young adults in Nigeria: Prevalence, associated factors and patterns of use.

Olufemi A ErinosoAfolabi OyaperoMary AmureMoyosoore OsobaOlatokunbo OsibogunKikelomo WrightAkin Osibogun
Published in: PloS one (2021)
These findings suggest a higher likelihood of e-cigarette use among alcohol consumers, poly-tobacco or substance users and individuals with friends who use e-cigarettes. Health providers and policy makers in Nigeria might consider preventive measures aimed at young adults with the identified risk factors, as well as close monitoring of trends in e-cigarette use in the coming years.
Keyphrases
  • smoking cessation
  • risk factors
  • public health
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • replacement therapy
  • health information
  • social media
  • health promotion