The Brazilian National Cancer Institute (INCA), in collaboration with other research institutions, is currently drafting a joint document proposing recommendations and guidelines for research concerning electronic smoking devices. Based on a comprehensive review spanning from 2019 through March 2025, researchers identified 59 studies within Brazil’s domestic scientific literature examining the impact of these devices.
Key Points at a Glance
- The Brazilian National Cancer Institute (INCA). The Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) and other research institutions are jointly drafting a document containing recommendations and guidelines for research on electronic smoking devices.
- The document is set to be signed by INCA Director-General Roberto Gil and Fiocruz Vice President for Environment. Care and Health Promotion, Patricia Canto, as well as representatives from numerous universities and research institutions across the country.
- Based on a review conducted between 2019 and March 2025. Researchers identified 59 studies within Brazil’s domestic scientific literature examining the impact of electronic smoking devices.
- The analyzed studies cover topics such as health risks, epidemiological data regarding trial and usage rates, and regulatory and public policy issues.
Brazilian Health Institutions Draft Research Guidelines on Vapes
April 16, 2026. According to Agência Brasil, the Brazilian National Cancer Institute (INCA). The Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) and other research institutions are jointly drafting a document to propose recommendations and guidelines for ESDS research regarding electronic smoking devices (ESDS). Including electronic cigarettes (vapes) and similar products.
Multiple Institutions Set to Sign Joint Document
According to reports. The document will be jointly signed by INCA Director-General Roberto Gil. Fiocruz Vice President for Environment, Care, and Health Promotion Patricia Canto, and representatives from universities and research institutions located throughout the country.
These guidelines were discussed during a seminar held in Rio de Janeiro titled “Building a Priority Research Agenda for Electronic Smoking Devices in Brazil.”
Review Identifies 59 Domestic Studies on Electronic Smoking Devices
Based on a comprehensive review covering the period from 2019 through March 2025, researchers identified 59 studies within Brazil’s domestic scientific literature examining the impact of electronic smoking devices.
The report notes that the analyzed research spans health risks, usage patterns, epidemiological trends, and regulatory and public policy issues.
Strengthening Scientific Evidence to Guide Public Policy
The Director-General of INCA stated that the seminar represents a collective effort to identify research gaps and priorities.
Roberto Gil emphasized the importance of strengthening the scientific foundation that informs public policy and improving Brazil’s ability to respond to the challenges posed by electronic smoking devices, particularly among young people.
Experts Call for Faster and More Coordinated Research Efforts
Ana Paula Natividade, a researcher and alternate coordinator at the Fiocruz Center for Tobacco and Health Studies (Cetab/Fiocruz), stated that the meeting aimed to consolidate existing knowledge and define new research directions.
She highlighted the rapid growth of these products. Combined with evolving tobacco industry strategies, requires a faster and more coordinated response from the scientific community.
