Government Regulation and Vaping

Government attempts to regulate substances perceived as harmful, such as vaping products, can lead to unintended consequences. In various states, including California and New York, restrictions on flavored nicotine vape products aimed at reducing underage consumption have resulted in increased cigarette sales. A study from Yale indicates that for every vape product banned, individuals purchased an alarmingly higher number of cigarettes, with 15 additional cigarettes bought for each vape product. This reinforces the notion that prohibition can drive individuals to more harmful alternatives, challenging the effectiveness of such regulatory measures.