Patterns and Perception of Nicotine Pouches Use Among Adults in Saudi Arabia.
Background: Nicotine pouches (NPs) are smokeless, tobacco-free products gaining global popularity, particularly among youth, for perceived harm reduction. However, many concerns remain regarding their side effects, addictive potential and cardiovascular risks as they avoid the inhalation of smoke bu...
| Publicado en: | Tobacco Use Insights Vol. 19; pp. 1 - 12 |
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Sage Publications Inc.
1/5/2026
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