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Kyriakos CN, Zatoński MZ, Filippidis FT. Flavour capsule cigarette use and perceptions: a systematic review. Tob Control 2023; 32:e83-e94. [PMID: 34607888 PMCID: PMC10086486 DOI: 10.1136/tobaccocontrol-2021-056837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2021] [Accepted: 09/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This systematic review on flavour capsule cigarettes aims to examine prevalence, correlates of use, behaviours and perceptions of these products globally. DATA SOURCES A search of original, peer-reviewed research without restrictions in publication year, population, study design or language, using a combination of cigarette and capsule terms was conducted across four databases (Medline, Embase, Web of Science and Scopus), indexed until 30 April 2021. STUDY SELECTION Studies were included if they presented original, human subjects research on flavour capsule cigarettes. DATA EXTRACTION Two authors independently extracted data on main outcome results and assessed risk of bias using a validated quality assessment tool (QATSDD). DATA SYNTHESIS Of 842 unduplicated database records and four studies from citation searching screened, 20 studies were included in the review. Studies reported data from 2009 to 2019 across eight countries, the majority of which used cross-sectional or focus group study designs. Current capsule use among smokers was highest in Chile and Mexico (40%) and was associated with younger age, and in some countries, with being female. Capsule cigarettes are perceived as tasting better, being smoother on the throat, more fun to smoke, and more attractive compared with non-capsule cigarettes, particularly among susceptible non-smokers and non-daily smokers. CONCLUSION Findings call for the adoption of comprehensive tobacco control policies that account for flavour capsules and similar iterations, which can increase appeal through flavours and innovative features. Continued monitoring and research of these products is critical, with particular attention to low-income and middle-income countries, which make up a disproportionately larger share of the capsule market.
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- Christina N Kyriakos
- Department of Primary Care and Public Health, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Tobacco Control Research Group, Department for Health, University of Bath, Bath, UK
- European Observatory of Health Inequalities, Calisia University, Kalisz, Poland
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- Department of Primary Care and Public Health, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, UK
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Kowitt SD, Yockey RA, Lee JGL, Jarman KL, Gourdet CK, Ranney LM. The Impact of Cannabis Packaging Characteristics on Perceptions and Intentions. Am J Prev Med 2022; 63:751-759. [PMID: 35835626 PMCID: PMC9588761 DOI: 10.1016/j.amepre.2022.04.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2022] [Revised: 04/26/2022] [Accepted: 04/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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INTRODUCTION As cannabis increasingly becomes a consumer product in the U.S., its product packaging has become critically important to regulators. This study examined the influence of recreational cannabis packaging characteristics. METHODS Five online between-subjects experiments were conducted in April 2021, and data were analyzed in May 2021-July 2021. Experiments randomized participants to view different (1) types of cannabis, (2) visual displays of tetrahydrocannabinol content, (3) cannabis packages designed around brand personality research, (4) health warnings, and (5) health claims. Outcomes included cognitive, affective, and behavioral responses. RESULTS A total of 841 adults from the U.S. (49% male, 50% young adults, 44% White, 17% Hispanic) were included in the study. Edible gummies were perceived as healthier (β=0.32, 95% CI=0.03, 0.62), less grown up (β= -0.58, 95% CI= -0.86, -0.28), and more socially acceptable to consume (β=0.30, 95% CI=0.01, 0.59) than cannabis concentrate in a medical dropper. Participants also had more interest in trying edible gummies (β=1.33, 95% CI=1.04, 1.62) and trying a free sample (β=1.30, 95% CI=1.01, 1.60) than trying cannabis concentrate. Cannabis packages with a helps-you-relax health claim elicited more happy (β=0.34, 95% CI=0.04, 0.64) and good (β=0.37, 95% CI=0.07, 0.67) feelings than cannabis packages without this claim. Minimal effects were found for visual displays of tetrahydrocannabinol content and health warnings. CONCLUSIONS Edibles are a unique type of cannabis that should be given special consideration under state laws, and lawmakers should consider limiting and governing the use of both implicit and explicit health claims on recreational cannabis packages when implementing laws.
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- Sarah D Kowitt
- Department of Family Medicine, UNC School of Medicine, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, Fort Worth, Texas
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- Department of Health Education and Promotion, College of Health and Human Performance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina
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- Department of Family Medicine, UNC School of Medicine, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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- Department of Family Medicine, UNC School of Medicine, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Lee JGL, O'Brien KF, Blanchflower TM, Swanson G, Averett PE, Gregory KR. Changes to cigarette packaging influence US consumers' choices: Results of two discrete-choice experiments to inform regulation. Tob Induc Dis 2021; 19:70. [PMID: 34602934 PMCID: PMC8445337 DOI: 10.18332/tid/140137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2021] [Revised: 07/10/2021] [Accepted: 07/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION While plain packaging of tobacco products has emerged as a policy intervention to reduce smoking, regulators in the US have limited ability to implement plain packaging. We sought to identify the impact of subtle changes to cigarette packaging (Study 1) and how packaging design influenced participant choices based on appeal, harm, and style (Study 2). METHODS We conducted two discrete-choice experiments with US adult smokers online in 2018. In Study 1 (n=285), we assessed participants’ selections based on subtle changes to pack design features (dimensions, color saturation, logo size). In Study 2 (n=284), we assessed three choices in which participants selected packs based on appeal, harmfulness, and best match to their personal style. Study 2 packs varied by color hue, design with different levels of organic labeling and natural imagery, and color saturation. RESULTS Pack designs influenced smokers’ choices. In Study 1, pack dimensions and color saturation emerged as the most important features, and, in Study 2, design and color hue were the most influential characteristics. CONCLUSIONS Regulators should consider how the design of cigarette packages may influence consumers’ perceptions and choices.
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- Joseph G L Lee
- Department of Health Education and Promotion, College of Health and Human Performance, East Carolina University, Greenville, United States.,Cancer Prevention and Control Program, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Chapel Hill, United States
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- Department of Biostatistics, College of Allied Health Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, United States
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- Department of Interior Design and Merchandising, College of Health and Human Performance, East Carolina University, Greenville, United States
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- College of Fine Arts and Communication, East Carolina University, Greenville, United States
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- School of Social Work, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, United States
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- Department of Health Education and Promotion, College of Health and Human Performance, East Carolina University, Greenville, United States
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Lee JGL, Blanchflower TM, O'Brien KF, Cofie LE, Gregory KR, Averett PE. Assessing the Potential Impact of Cigarette Packs Designed for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Adults: A Randomized Experiment to Inform U.S. Regulation, 2018. Health Promot Pract 2020; 21:157S-164S. [PMID: 31908205 DOI: 10.1177/1524839919879923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) can regulate the introduction of new tobacco products and some changes to existing products. Cigarette packs have been used as a marketing tool to target specific groups and priority populations. Research has shown that sexual and gender minority (SGM) adults are substantially more likely to use tobacco products than their straight and cisgender counterparts. However, research to inform the FDA's regulatory decisions regarding cigarette packs targeting priority populations is nascent. To fill this gap, we conducted an online experiment in 2018, randomizing U.S. adults who reported current smoking (N = 954, 52% were SGM) to view one of three cigarette packs. A graphic designer developed "Glacier" branded packs with three levels of SGM imagery: (1) no targeting, (2) subtle targeting, and (3) a rainbow "pride edition." Participants viewed and rated the pack using cognitive, affective, and behavioral measures informed by theory. We used a linear model framework to compare the two SGM-targeted packs with the not targeted version and tested interactions between pack and SGM identity for the dependent variables. We stratified results by SGM status. SGM status was a significant moderator of the relationship between the pack and ratings of appeal, positive affect, feeling shocked, and intent to try with a coupon. Findings from this study revealed that packs designed for SGM populations can disproportionately change cognitive, affective, and behavioral intention responses for SGM smokers. Products entering the market should be assessed by FDA for the appeal of their packs to vulnerable populations.
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- Joseph G L Lee
- East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, USA.,UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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Brown J, Zhu M, Moran M, Hoe C, Frejas F, Cohen JE. 'It has candy. You need to press on it': young adults' perceptions of flavoured cigarettes in the Philippines. Tob Control 2020; 30:293-298. [PMID: 32447317 PMCID: PMC8077215 DOI: 10.1136/tobaccocontrol-2019-055524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2019] [Revised: 03/17/2020] [Accepted: 03/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Philippines has a high smoking prevalence and one of the largest tobacco menthol market shares in the world. Flavour capsule cigarettes were introduced to the Philippines in 2013, most of which are menthol flavoured, and their market share is increasing. We explored perceptions of flavoured cigarette packaging among young adult Filipinos. METHODS We conducted eight focus groups with 63 young adults ages 18-24 years in Manila in 2019, stratified by gender and smoking status. We conducted a thematic analysis of the transcripts. RESULTS Most participants assessed relative harm of cigarettes based on strength, mainly determined by colour of the packaging. Menthol cigarettes with primarily blue packaging were considered less harmful than menthol cigarettes with primarily green packaging. Many participants considered flavour capsule packs most attractive, compared with non-flavoured and traditional menthol cigarettes, due to the colouring of the packs and expectations regarding taste. Some participants likened the capsules and the taste of flavour capsule cigarettes to candy, and many participants thought flavour capsule cigarettes would most likely be smoked by teenagers or young adults. CONCLUSIONS Young adult Filipinos believe that some menthol-flavoured cigarettes are less harmful than other flavoured cigarettes and non-flavoured cigarettes and find flavour capsule cigarettes attractive. A tobacco flavour ban and implementation of plain packaging might help reduce misperceptions of risk and make cigarettes less appealing.
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- Jennifer Brown
- Department of Health, Behavior & Society, Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Health, Behavior & Society, Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- International Health Department, Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Health, Behavior & Society, Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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Lee JGL, Blanchflower TM, O'Brien KF, Averett PE, Cofie LE, Gregory KR. Evolving IQOS packaging designs change perceptions of product appeal, uniqueness, quality and safety: a randomised experiment, 2018, USA. Tob Control 2019; 28:e52-e55. [PMID: 31164489 DOI: 10.1136/tobaccocontrol-2018-054910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2018] [Revised: 05/03/2019] [Accepted: 05/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Globally, the tobacco industry is promoting heated tobacco products. These products may represent a strategy to promote dual use of tobacco products. One product, IQOS from Philip Morris International, is being proposed in the USA for marketing as a less harmful product. The visual design of tobacco products can influence consumers by implying product characteristics. Thus, we sought to test the impact of IQOS packaging designs on cognitive, affective and behavioural intention responses. METHODS From existing IQOS packages used globally, we developed three IQOS packages that decreasingly linked the product to the Marlboro brand. In September to October 2018, we assigned participants randomly to one package in an online experiment. All participants (n=954) were US adults reporting current smoking and no colour blindness. The experiment used quota sampling to ensure diversity by gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity and education. Measures were informed by the Context of Consumption Framework. To assess differences in ratings, we conducted non-parametric Kruskal-Wallis tests with post hoc comparisons using Dunn's test. RESULTS We found significant differences in cognitive indicators including appeal (H=6.87, p=0.03), uniqueness (H=15.68, p<0.01), brand equity-quality (H=122.35, p<0.01) and perceived safety compared with other tobacco products (H=14.27, p<0.01). Participants rated packages similarly on affective and behavioural intention measures. All were rated low for talking to others about the product and high for interest in trying with a coupon. CONCLUSION Linking or separating IQOS products with a well-established cigarette brand changes how adult smokers respond to the product. Regulators should consider the visual design of packaging.
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- Joseph G L Lee
- Department of Health Education and Promotion, College of Health and Human Performance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA .,University of North Carolina Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Interior Design and Merchandising, College of Health and Human Performance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, College of Allied Health Sciences, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- School of Social Work, College of Health and Human Performance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Health Education and Promotion, College of Health and Human Performance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Health Education and Promotion, College of Health and Human Performance, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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Epperson AE, Averett PE, Blanchflower T, Gregory KR, Lee JGL. "The Packaging Is Very Inviting and Makes Smokers Feel Like They're More Safe": The Meanings of Natural American Spirit Cigarette Pack Design to Adult Smokers. HEALTH EDUCATION & BEHAVIOR 2019; 46:260-266. [PMID: 30606071 DOI: 10.1177/1090198118820099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS The aim of this investigation was to identify which design elements on Natural American Spirit packs are salient to (i.e., noticed by) U.S. adult smokers and what meanings smokers derive from these elements. METHOD We conducted a secondary analysis of qualitative data from a study of cigarette packaging design. U.S. adult smokers ( n = 33) from all nine census regions participated in six telephone-based focus groups in March 2017. We used constant comparison analysis to identify key themes. RESULTS Four themes were identified, two focused on salient design elements and two focused on design element meanings. The themes of "bright and flashy color" and "the American Indian logo" were identified as key design elements, while the themes of "healthy and safer" and "targeting at-risk smokers" were identified as meanings smokers derived from design elements. CONCLUSIONS Pack design elements influence smokers' perceptions about reduced health risk of Natural American Spirit cigarettes and may be especially dangerous to vulnerable populations, including young adults and American Indians. Findings from this study suggest that the banning of text descriptors may not be enough to address misconceptions about "healthier" cigarettes.
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