Question - What are so-called “pod mods”?
Answer - The cited reference notes: “pod mods” are a “new product class”….”small, rechargeable devices that aerosolize liquid solutions containing nicotine, flavoring, and other contents encapsulated in cartridges.” These authors note “Pod mods may deliver high levels of nicotine with few of the deterrents that are inherent in other tobacco products.” Pod mods have gained popularity among adolescents and forms a new public health concern regarding nicotine use. (Barrington-Trimis JL and Leventhal AM. Adolescents’ use of “pod mod” e-cigarettes- Urgent concerns.2018 NEJM 379(12):1099-1102)
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