UVM study reveals effective treatment for youth who smoke and vape

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – University of Vermont researchers say they have found an effective method to help young people who vape and smoke — to quit.

Many young adults use e-cigarettes in addition to smoking traditional cigarettes, a dual use risk that increases long-term health risks.

UVM researchers found that over-the-counter nicotine replacement therapy, like a patch or lozenge, is effective in helping dual tobacco users quit.

“This is the first trial of its kind in the U.S., and it’s some initial evidence that pharmacotherapy like nicotine replacement therapy is an effective approach for this population,” said UVM’s Elias Klemperer.

UVM is still looking for people who smoke and vape to participate in their ongoing study.

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