Claire L. Ma – The Conversation

Smoking is at a historic low among U.S. kids age 11 to 18. Simon McGill/Moment via Getty Images

August 17, 2026

US teens are smoking and vaping less than their peers abroad

Holly Jarman, University of Michigan; Claire L. Ma, University of Michigan, and Jamie Hartmann-Boyce, UMass Amherst

A new FDA survey finds some positive trends among young people in the US, though new forms of nicotine use like pouches have become a bit more popular.

There are currently 45 approved vaping products in the U.S. Most are tobacco- or menthol-flavored; only two are fruit-flavored. Roman Mykhalchuk/iStock via Getty Images Plus

May 18, 2026

Flavored vapes led to a major shake‑up at the FDA – 3 health policy analysts explain the science behind the controversial products

Claire L. Ma, University of Michigan; Holly Jarman, University of Michigan, and Jamie Hartmann-Boyce, UMass Amherst

Flavored vapes draw new users – especially young people. On the flipside, they can also help some people quit smoking. Makary’s resignation makes it clear that the controversy isn’t going away.

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