Teen Girls' Vaping Rates Increase, Exceeding Boys' According to New Study

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Published: 2026-10-19
Category: health
Source: MUSC Hollings Cancer Center (citing JAMA Pediatrics)
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A recent JAMA Pediatrics study, using 2014-2024 PATH Study data, reveals a rebound in vaping among older teen girls (15-17), rising from 4.9% in 2021 to 7.8% in 2024, now surpassing boys' rates. This trend, despite declining cigarette use, underscores the need for targeted prevention and cessation support for adolescent girls.

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