The Ongoing Debate Over e-Cigarettes and Public Health
Experts debate e-cigarettes' role in smoking cessation and public health at ERS Congress 2025, weighing benefits against potential risks and regulatory needs.
A lively pro-con session on e-cigarettes sparked discussion on their role in smoking cessation and public health during the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress 2025 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The speakers discussed whether the potential benefits of e-cigarettes in reducing tobacco use outweighed the risks of exposing the lungs to additional metals and chemicals through vaping.
Experts presented contrasting perspectives on benefits, risks, and policy implications.
Experts weigh benefits against potential risks and regulatory needs.
Author's summary: Experts debate e-cigarettes' role in public health.