Julia Chen‐Sankey
Biographic Data
| ID | 6900565 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Julia Chen‐Sankey |
| GIVEN NAMES | Julia |
| FAMILY NAME | Chen‐Sankey |
| SIGNATURE | SANKEY J C |
| AFFILIATIONS | Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-1797-5248 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 36 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 36 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2018 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Brands of Intoxicating Cannabis Products in Vape Shops
OBJECTIVE: Since the 2018 Farm Bill, many new types of intoxicating cannabis products (ICPs) are widely sold throughout the United States. However, there is little information on popular brands, which is essential for understanding associated risks, marketing strategies, and major industry players who may oppose effective public health legislation. The current study identified popular ICP brands in vape shops across the U.S. METHODS: In November-…
An Experimental Study on the Effect of E-Cigarette Advertising Features on Youth Perceptions and Intentions
BACKGROUND: Exposure to e-cigarette marketing may influence youths' e-cigarette perceptions and behavior. However, less is known about the effect of specific advertisement (ad) features on youth who have never tried e-cigarettes. METHODS: = 516). Participants viewed two ads in one of eight randomized e-cigarette ad conditions that varied by three ad features: color (vibrant/muted), images of models (present/absent), and smoking-relevant language …
How Do Cannabis Ads Influence Youth Perceptions of Cannabis
BACKGROUND: Cannabis marketing exposure has been shown to influence use among youth by increasing positive cannabis perceptions and interest. However, little is known about what specific cannabis advertising features influence youth's perceptions, a key precursor to youth use. METHODS: Respondents consisted of 409 youth (age 16-20 years) surveyed in 2022 who reported susceptibility to using cannabis and were living in California, which legalized …
Youth Perceptions of E-Cigarette Influencer Marketing on Social Media
INTRODUCTION: Youth exposure to e-cigarette-related influencer marketing on social media is associated with lower harm perceptions and greater susceptibility to e-cigarette use. Yet, youth perceptions of different types of influencer marketing remain underexplored. This study examined youth perceptions of explicit and implicit promotion and casual depiction of e-cigarettes by influencers, using focus groups to capture in-depth insights. METHODS: …
Content Analysis of Derived Intoxicating Cannabis Vape Product Attributes and Marketing In an Online Retail Environment
INTRODUCTION: The 2018 U.S. Farm Bill unintentionally resulted in the proliferation of derived intoxicating cannabis vape products (DICVPs), raising concerns about associated health risks. To inform prevention efforts, this study analyzed the product attributes and marketing features of DICVPs sold online, particularly features that could attract youth or lower risk perception. METHODS: In 2023, product attributes and descriptions of 490 flavored…
Examining the impact of e-cigarette advertisement exposure with fruit flavour features among US young adults of varying tobacco-use statuses
e-Cigarette ads with fruit flavour features, compared with ads promoting tobacco-flavoured products, increased try-and-switch intentions among the young adult dual-use group but influenced only positive sensory and expectancy perceptions among non-use and cigarette-only groups. Policymakers should consider the impact of fruit flavour features in e-cigarette marketing on complete product switching
Evaluating policy compliance among leading tobacco brands on Instagram
Leading tobacco brands on Instagram often violated platform and federal policies, particularly those concerning age verification, sponsorship disclosure and health warning labelling. Stronger enforcement by Instagram, the FTC and the FDA may be needed to reduce youth exposure to tobacco marketing on social media
Exposure to Cannabis in Social Networks and Advertising in Relation to Cannabis-Related Perceptions, Motives, and Use Behaviors Among Young Adults in the US
Within the expanding US cannabis market, young adult cannabis use has increased, underscoring the need to understand key influences on cannabis use. This study examined cannabis-related social and marketing exposures in relation to cannabis use and related mechanisms among US young adults. = 26.39, 59.4% female, 37.4% racial minority, 19.0% Hispanic). Path analyses assessed: (1) parental use, friends' use, and advertising exposure in relation to …
Product features for promoting top-selling cannabis vape products in an online retail environment
Vicarious Exposure to Police Discrimination and Brutality, Concern, and Changes in Cigarette Smoking
Vicarious exposure to PDB was prevalent, especially among Black/African American individuals. These exposures may have heightened concerns about PDB in the entire population and may in turn have worsened cigarette-smoking behaviors, with some variation by race and/or ethnicity
Associations Between Noticing E-Cigarette Advertising Features and E-Cigarette Appeal and Switching Interest Among Young Adult Dual Users
BACKGROUND: E-cigarette advertising, which often includes various features, may prompt e-cigarette use and product switching. This study examined the associations between noticing e-cigarette ad features and perceived product appeal and interest in completely switching from cigarettes to advertised e-cigarettes among young adult dual users of both products. METHODS: = 1,821). Participants viewed 12 e-cigarette ads, clicked on ad features (e.g., f…
Concern for Police Brutality, Societal Discrimination, and School Shootings and Subsequent Cigarette and Cannabis Use in Los Angeles County Hispanic and Non-Hispanic White Youth
Correlates of Anticipated Responses to Cigar Price Increase Among U.S. Adults Who Smoke Cigars
We examined the prevalence and correlates of anticipated responses to hypothetical cigar price increases. Data are from a 2021 representative sample of U.S. adults who reported past-30-day cigar use ( n = 454; mean age = 39.8 years). Weighted multivariable logistic regressions assessed the correlates of behavior change responses. If cigar price increased, 77.2% intend to pay more, 44.7% intend to reduce use, and 39.9%, 37.7%, and 17.1% intend to …
Heated Tobacco Products
Limited data exist on the awareness, beliefs, and use of heated tobacco products (HTPs). Data from 1583 U.S. adult (age ≥ 21 years) current tobacco users were collected in 2021. Participants self-reported HTP awareness, beliefs, use, and susceptibility, as well as current tobacco product use and sociodemographics. We used weighted logistic and multinomial regression models to explore their associations. Overall, 23.6% were aware of, 8.9% had ever…
Nicotine Pouch
Little is known about awareness, beliefs, and use of nicotine pouches (NPs). Data from 1583 U.S. adult (age ≥ 21 years) current tobacco users were collected in 2021. Respondents self-reported NP awareness, beliefs, use, and susceptibility as well as current tobacco product use and socio-demographics. We used weighted logistic and multinomial regression models to explore the associations between these variables. Overall, 46.6% of U.S. adult curren…
Financial hardship during the Covid-19 pandemic and increased receipt of commercial tobacco discount coupons among US adults who use commercial tobacco
Over one-fifth of US adults who used CT received more discount coupons during the pandemic. Those facing financial hardships had higher discount coupon reception, suggesting potential targeted marketing to financially vulnerable individuals by the tobacco industry
Camel Crush pack inserts cross-promote Vuse menthol e-cigarettes ahead of impending menthol cigarette ban
Race, Concern About Covid-19 Discrimination, and Cigarette Smoking Behavior
Exploring the Experiences and Perceptions of Cigar Craving and Addiction among Young Adult Black Cigar Smokers
Black young adults have the highest prevalence of cigar smoking in the U.S. Little is known about how this population perceives addiction to cigar smoking, which may influence long-term smoking and cessation outcomes. This study used semi-structured in-depth interviews to understand cravings, triggers, and perceived addiction from cigar smoking among a purposive sample of Black young adult cigar smokers ( N = 40; 21-29 years). An iterative proces…
Examining the Survey Setting Effect on Current E-Cigarette Use Estimates among High School Students in the 2021 National Youth Tobacco Survey
The 2021 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) was completed by youth online during class time, either in school or at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the role of NYTS data in tobacco regulatory science, it is vital to understand the effect of survey settings (home, school) on tobacco-use estimates. We used a series of multivariable logistic regressions to examine whether survey settings (home vs. school) predicted current e-cigarette use…
Cigar Warning Noticing and Demographic and Usage Correlates
Although cigars pose health risks similar to cigarettes, their packaging/marketing is not subject to commensurate regulation in the US. In a 2000 agreement with the Federal Trade Commission, seven major manufacturers agreed to use some form of cigar warning. In 2016, the Food and Drug Administration passed a rule requiring larger standardized warnings, but the requirement was successfully challenged in court. Here, we examined U.S. population-lev…
The Landscape of Cigar Marketing in Print Magazines from 2018–2021
Cigar consumption has increased in the U.S. over the past decade, yet gaps remain in research on cigar promotion in print magazines. This study examines ad placement, volume, ad characteristics, and associated expenditures for cigars from 2018-2021, and readership data for magazines containing cigar ads. We merged content analysis data with Kantar Media data on magazine placement and expenditures and used magazine readership data from MRI-Simmons…
Physical and Sociocultural Community-Level Influences on Cigar Smoking among Black Young Adults
Black young adults experience disparately high rates of cigar use and its health consequences. Little research has explored community-level influences on cigar smoking in this population, especially concerning product-specific influences and cigar smokers' perceptions. We conducted in-depth interviews with 40 Black young adult (ages 21-29) cigar smokers in the Washington, D.C. area and analyzed themes regarding physical and sociocultural communit…
Exploring the hypothetical impact of flavored cigar sales restrictions among black young adult cigar smokers
This study assessed the hypothetical impact of flavored cigar sales restrictions on cigar smoking among Black young adult cigar smokers (ages 21-29). Forty in-depth interviews were conducted in 2020. Interviews were independently coded and analyzed using thematic analysis. When asked how they would smoke cigars given a flavor sales restriction, half of participants reported they would smoke in the same way, a third would stop or reduce smoking, a…
Associations between living in localities with e-cigarette sales restrictions and e-cigarette use change among young adults in Los Angeles County
Participants who lived in localities with various ESR policies were different in their baseline e-cigarette use and socioeconomic backgrounds. Future research examining the potential impact of ESRs on e-cigarette use change should consider the localities' overall sociodemographic and tobacco-using characteristics and individuals' cigarette smoking histories
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Receipt of tobacco direct mail/email discount coupons and trajectories of cigarette smoking behaviours in a nationally representative longitudinal cohort of US adults
Tobacco direct mail/email coupons encourage and sustain smoking and disproportionately affect lower socioeconomic populations
Perceptions about e-cigarette flavors
Background: Although in recent years, an increased number of young adult smokers have used flavored e-cigarettes, little research has been conducted to explore young adult smokers’ perceptions about e-cigarette flavors.Methods: This study used qualitative methods to examine young adult smokers’ perceptions towards e-cigarette flavors, their intentions of using e-cigarettes given a flavor ban, and their perceived role of e-cigarette flavors in the…
Sources of Awareness of Juul E-cigarettes in 2 Surveys of Adults in the United States
Objectives: Since their introduction in 2015, JUUL e-cigarettes have gained >60% of the United States (US) 2018 retail market share among branded e-cigarette companies. The sources through which consumers learn about JUUL e-cigarettes is not known. Methods: We assessed the sources of awareness about JUUL through 2 cross-sectional surveys of US adults (Survey 1: 502 18-24 year-olds; Survey 2: 803 smokers age 18+). Primary measures were awareness o…
Electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) use patterns and its associations with cigarette smoking and nicotine addiction among Asian Americans
This study examined the ENDS use and their associations with conventional cigarette smoking and nicotine addiction among Asian Americans (AAs). The study sample was restricted to Non-Hispanic AAs ( n = 1,956) using the National Adult Tobacco Survey (NATS) 2013-2014. Chi-square tests and logistic regressions were employed. AAs who ever used ENDS reported they were more likely to smoke conventional cigarettes, smoke ≤100 cigarettes in a lifetime, a…
Variations in Substance Use and Disorders Among Sexual Minorities by Race/Ethnicity
Purpose Little is known about racial/ethnic minority substance use and disorder-related disparities among sexual minorities as compared to their heterosexual counterparts. This study aimed to understand the associations between sexual minority status and substance use and disorders among U.S. adults stratified by race/ethnicity. Methods: We analyzed data from a sample of U.S. adults (n = 35,981) surveyed during the 2012–2013 National Epidemiologi…
Categorizing Iqos-Related Twitter Discussions
(1) Background: The heated tobacco product IQOS, by Philip Morris International, is now available in over 55 countries, including the United States. Social media sites such as Twitter are often used to promote or discuss tobacco products, though prior research has not examined how IQOS is presented on Twitter. (2) Methods: This study collected and categorized Twitter conversations involving IQOS. A manual content analysis was performed on N = 391…
Cigar-Smoking-Cessation Interest and Experience among Black Young Adults
Although Black/African American populations have high cigar-smoking prevalence, little is known about cigar-smoking cessation among this group. This study explored the perceptions and experiences of cigar-smoking cessation and assistance received from healthcare providers among forty Black young-adult cigar smokers (ages 21-29). Semi-structured in-depth phone interviews were transcribed and coded. Qualitative data were analyzed by using thematic …
Effect of a ‘tobacco-free nicotine’ claim on intentions and perceptions of Puff Bar e-cigarette use among non-tobacco-using young adults
Puff Bar's tobacco-free nicotine claim may increase non-tobacco-using young adults' intentions of using Puff Bar and reduce harm perceptions and negative expectancy towards using Puff Bar. The claim may also prompt the use of Puff Bar over other e-cigarette brands and types. These findings are concerning given the health effects and regulations for tobacco-free nicotine products are not immediately clear
Effect of a hypothetical modified risk tobacco product claim on heated tobacco product use intention and perceptions in young adults
The hypothetical MRTP claim may lower young adults' HTP harm perceptions compared with cigarettes but may not change HTP use intention overall or differentially for cigarette smokers. The larger effect on HTP use intention among e-cigarette users than non-users raises the question of whether MRTP claims may promote HTP use or HTP and e-cigarette dual use among young e-cigarette users
Price promotion receipt and use progression of any tobacco, cigarettes, e-cigarettes and cigars among US youth between 2016 and 2018
Receiving price promotions for any tobacco and e-cigarettes was respectively associated with the use progression of any tobacco and e-cigarettes. Continuous monitoring of tobacco marketing activities is needed to identify youth-appealing price promotion tactics
Race, Concern About Covid-19 Discrimination, and Cigarette Smoking Behavior
Exploring the Experiences and Perceptions of Cigar Craving and Addiction among Young Adult Black Cigar Smokers
Black young adults have the highest prevalence of cigar smoking in the U.S. Little is known about how this population perceives addiction to cigar smoking, which may influence long-term smoking and cessation outcomes. This study used semi-structured in-depth interviews to understand cravings, triggers, and perceived addiction from cigar smoking among a purposive sample of Black young adult cigar smokers ( N = 40; 21-29 years). An iterative proces…
Examining the Survey Setting Effect on Current E-Cigarette Use Estimates among High School Students in the 2021 National Youth Tobacco Survey
The 2021 National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) was completed by youth online during class time, either in school or at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the role of NYTS data in tobacco regulatory science, it is vital to understand the effect of survey settings (home, school) on tobacco-use estimates. We used a series of multivariable logistic regressions to examine whether survey settings (home vs. school) predicted current e-cigarette use…
Cigar Warning Noticing and Demographic and Usage Correlates
Although cigars pose health risks similar to cigarettes, their packaging/marketing is not subject to commensurate regulation in the US. In a 2000 agreement with the Federal Trade Commission, seven major manufacturers agreed to use some form of cigar warning. In 2016, the Food and Drug Administration passed a rule requiring larger standardized warnings, but the requirement was successfully challenged in court. Here, we examined U.S. population-lev…
The Landscape of Cigar Marketing in Print Magazines from 2018–2021
Cigar consumption has increased in the U.S. over the past decade, yet gaps remain in research on cigar promotion in print magazines. This study examines ad placement, volume, ad characteristics, and associated expenditures for cigars from 2018-2021, and readership data for magazines containing cigar ads. We merged content analysis data with Kantar Media data on magazine placement and expenditures and used magazine readership data from MRI-Simmons…
Physical and Sociocultural Community-Level Influences on Cigar Smoking among Black Young Adults
Black young adults experience disparately high rates of cigar use and its health consequences. Little research has explored community-level influences on cigar smoking in this population, especially concerning product-specific influences and cigar smokers' perceptions. We conducted in-depth interviews with 40 Black young adult (ages 21-29) cigar smokers in the Washington, D.C. area and analyzed themes regarding physical and sociocultural communit…
Exploring the hypothetical impact of flavored cigar sales restrictions among black young adult cigar smokers
This study assessed the hypothetical impact of flavored cigar sales restrictions on cigar smoking among Black young adult cigar smokers (ages 21-29). Forty in-depth interviews were conducted in 2020. Interviews were independently coded and analyzed using thematic analysis. When asked how they would smoke cigars given a flavor sales restriction, half of participants reported they would smoke in the same way, a third would stop or reduce smoking, a…
Associations between living in localities with e-cigarette sales restrictions and e-cigarette use change among young adults in Los Angeles County
Participants who lived in localities with various ESR policies were different in their baseline e-cigarette use and socioeconomic backgrounds. Future research examining the potential impact of ESRs on e-cigarette use change should consider the localities' overall sociodemographic and tobacco-using characteristics and individuals' cigarette smoking histories
Noticing people, discounts and non-tobacco flavours in e-cigarette ads may increase e-cigarette product appeal among non-tobacco-using young adults
Attention to several e-cigarette ad features (eg, people, discounts, non-tobacco flavours) was associated with increased e-cigarette product appeal, whereas attention to nicotine warnings and smoking cessation claims was associated with reduced appeal among non-tobacco-using young adults. Restricting appeal-promoting features while strengthening the effects of nicotine warnings and smoker-targeted claims in e-cigarette ads may potentially reduce …
Correlates of Anticipated Responses to Cigar Price Increase Among U.S. Adults Who Smoke Cigars
We examined the prevalence and correlates of anticipated responses to hypothetical cigar price increases. Data are from a 2021 representative sample of U.S. adults who reported past-30-day cigar use ( n = 454; mean age = 39.8 years). Weighted multivariable logistic regressions assessed the correlates of behavior change responses. If cigar price increased, 77.2% intend to pay more, 44.7% intend to reduce use, and 39.9%, 37.7%, and 17.1% intend to …
Heated Tobacco Products
Limited data exist on the awareness, beliefs, and use of heated tobacco products (HTPs). Data from 1583 U.S. adult (age ≥ 21 years) current tobacco users were collected in 2021. Participants self-reported HTP awareness, beliefs, use, and susceptibility, as well as current tobacco product use and sociodemographics. We used weighted logistic and multinomial regression models to explore their associations. Overall, 23.6% were aware of, 8.9% had ever…
Nicotine Pouch
Little is known about awareness, beliefs, and use of nicotine pouches (NPs). Data from 1583 U.S. adult (age ≥ 21 years) current tobacco users were collected in 2021. Respondents self-reported NP awareness, beliefs, use, and susceptibility as well as current tobacco product use and socio-demographics. We used weighted logistic and multinomial regression models to explore the associations between these variables. Overall, 46.6% of U.S. adult curren…
Financial hardship during the Covid-19 pandemic and increased receipt of commercial tobacco discount coupons among US adults who use commercial tobacco
Over one-fifth of US adults who used CT received more discount coupons during the pandemic. Those facing financial hardships had higher discount coupon reception, suggesting potential targeted marketing to financially vulnerable individuals by the tobacco industry
Camel Crush pack inserts cross-promote Vuse menthol e-cigarettes ahead of impending menthol cigarette ban
Associations Between Noticing E-Cigarette Advertising Features and E-Cigarette Appeal and Switching Interest Among Young Adult Dual Users
BACKGROUND: E-cigarette advertising, which often includes various features, may prompt e-cigarette use and product switching. This study examined the associations between noticing e-cigarette ad features and perceived product appeal and interest in completely switching from cigarettes to advertised e-cigarettes among young adult dual users of both products. METHODS: = 1,821). Participants viewed 12 e-cigarette ads, clicked on ad features (e.g., f…
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