College Students’ Reported Sources of Nicotine Vapes and Cigarettes Following California’s Restriction on Flavored Tobacco Sales

Key Points

• Vapes and cigarettes from alternative sources increased markedly after the restriction.
• College students reported a 40% rise in accessing nicotine vapes from friends and online.
• Analysis based on surveys conducted among students across multiple California colleges.
• These findings highlight the need for effective monitoring of tobacco access post-regulation.