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Heated Tobacco Products in South Africa: Harm Perceptions, Use, and Quitting Behaviors Among an Online Sample of Adults

Abstract

This study provides early data on the behaviors and beliefs associated with HTPs in SA, a significant yet understudied tobacco market for novel nicotine products. It reveals that individuals with lower harm perceptions, polytobacco use, and individuals who currently smoke CCs are more likely to consume HTPs. However, HTP use was not associated with higher odds of past-year cigarette quit attempts or a reduction in the number of CPD. These findings offer valuable evidence for surveillance and policy efforts aimed at emerging tobacco products and protecting public health.

Research topics

  • Smoking Behavior and Cessation
  • Behavioral Health and Interventions
  • Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

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DOI: 10.1093/ntr/ntaf134

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