Background: Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are battery-powered devices that deliver
aerosolized nicotine. With easy access and over-the-counter availability, many patients …

Background and purpose: There is a lack of research on perceived health effects of
electronic cigarettes by adult users. Because more people are choosing electronic cigarettes …

E-cigarettes are gaining popularity as nicotine delivery devices, yet many health care
providers lack the confidence to discuss these devices with their patients and families. Many …

Introduction: We sought to assess physician knowledge/beliefs, self-efficacy, and
experience/practice patterns surrounding smoking cessation and electronic cigarettes …

Abstract Background General practitioners (GPs) play an important role in providing patients
who smoke with health information, support and treatment to encourage them to quit …

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are battery powered inhalation devices that turn nicotine
into vapor. E-cigarettes contain complex mixtures of chemicals, the safety of which is …

We explored primary care physicians'(PCPs') beliefs and practices about e-cigarettes. Cross-
sectional, semi-structured interviews with PCPs in 2014 were conducted and audio …

Background Use of the electronic cigarette for nicotine delivery has increased dramatically
in recent years. Information continues to emerge on its role as a smoking cessation aid, but …

E-cigarettes are gaining popularity as a novel approach to smoking cessation, but data
regarding safety and effectiveness are lacking. Until there is further research into the …

Background Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use is rising in both the general and clinical
populations. Little is known about e-cigarette use in primary care, where physicians report …