Study Indicates Rise in Vaping Rates Among Older Adolescent Girls

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Published: 2026-10-19
Category: health
Source: Epocrates Web (citing JAMA Pediatrics)
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A JAMA Pediatrics study, analyzing PATH Study data from 2014-2024, reports a rebound in established vaping rates among older teen girls. For girls aged 15 to 17, vaping increased from 4.9% in 2021 to 7.8% in 2024, nearing 2018-2019 peak levels. This trend underscores the ongoing need for screening and prevention counseling regarding e-cigarette use in adolescents.

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