Perceptions of vape product restrictions among adult vapers
This study assessed Massachusetts’ adult vapers’ attitudes towards a policy that restricts sales of vape products to adultonly stores, including how this policy may impact their ability to access vapes.
Abstract
States and localities are considering legislation to counter the youth vaping epidemic. Since availability is linked to exposure and use, policies that reduce tobacco and vape product availability may reduce youth tobacco exposure and use. However, limited research exists on how these policies may impact adult vape users. One argument against these policies is adults who vape to reduce cigarette use will be unable to readily access these products. This study assessed Massachusetts’ adult vapers’ attitudes towards a policy that restricts sales of vape products to adultonly stores, including how this policy may impact their ability to access vapes.