Socioeconomics of e-cigarette use in Colombia: 2019 National Substance Use Survey

E-cigarette use in Colombia is a health risk and an indicator of social vulnerability that is influenced by structural determinants. Urgent action from health authorities, the education system, regulatory bodies, and civil society is needed to prevent the normalization of vaping among youth. If left unaddressed, vaping could worsen health inequalities and lead to chronic addiction-related disorders in underserved communities.