The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reported that the number of young people using e-cigarettes has decreased for the first time in years. The department shared a survey showing that only 16% of high school students use e-cigarettes, which is lower than the 26% reported in 2019. The survey also revealed that cigarette use has dropped to 3%, which is half of what was reported in the 2019 survey.
These changes can be attributed to the increase in the age requirement for purchasing tobacco products to 21 years old. According to a press release by CDPHE, data shows that students are becoming more aware of the dangers of smoking and vaping, and the percentage of students who believe that smoking and vaping are wrong has increased.
Health officials have expressed concern over the increasing use of e-cigarettes among students, largely due to their appealing flavors. They have also noted that the number of high school students who have tried e-cigarette products before the age of 13 has increased by nearly 10% compared to 2019.
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has launched a program to help young Coloradans quit smoking. Those between the ages of 12 and 18 who wish to quit smoking or using e-cigarettes can receive free assistance by texting or visiting a website. Furthermore, the state supports communities committed to restricting tobacco advertising aimed at children and youth and access to tobacco through its National Tobacco Education and Prevention Partnership Grants program.
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