Multi-level drivers of tobacco use and purchasing behaviors during COVID-19 "lockdown": A qualitative study in the United States.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic and associated public health prevention measures (e.g., "stay at home" orders) may impact tobacco supply and demand among consumers. This qualitative study identified multi-level drivers of shifts in inhaled tobacco product use and access patterns during the initial COVID-19 "lockdown" period in the United States.

Methods

Between April and May 2020, we conducted semi-structured telephone interviews (n = 44) with adults who use cigarettes and/or electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). Transcripts were thematically analyzed using a socioecological framework.

Results

Nearly all participants reported changes in their product use during lockdown, though patterns varied. Increased use was most common and was predominantly driven by indi

SUBMITTER: Giovenco DP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8373696 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature