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Comparing the Effects of Electronic Cigarette Vapor and Cigarette Smoke in a Novel In Vivo Exposure System
Published on: May 24, 2017
Should psychiatrists support the availability of nicotine e-cigarettes in Australia?
James G Scott1, Sarah Jhetam2, Renee Chen3
1Faculty of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Herston, QLD, and; Metro North Mental Health, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Herston, Brisbane, QLD, and; Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research, Wacol, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.
Objective:
To examine the position statement of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) regarding the availability of electronic cigarettes in Australia.
Conclusion:
There is limited evidence supporting the efficacy of nicotine e-cigarettes as an effective tobacco harm-reduction or cessation strategy for people with mental illness. The recommendations to increase their availability under regulation must be balanced with the physical and mental health risks of vapour inhalation and nicotine use, particularly for youth. Future recommendations by the RANZCP in relation to e-cigarettes must consider both the available evidence for harm reduction and the potential risks associated with youth e-cigarette use.
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