Know the risks about vaping

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Vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, but it still carries real health risks. Many vape products contain nicotine, which is highly addictive and can affect brain development in teens and young adults. Vaping can also expose the lungs to harmful chemicals, irritants, and flavoring agents that may cause inflammation or breathing problems. Some devices contain high nicotine levels, making dependence easier than people expect. Knowing the facts can help you make safer, more informed choices about your health.

Source

Tehrani, M. W., Newmeyer, M. N., Rule, A. M., & Prasse, C. (2021). Characterizing the Chemical Landscape in Commercial E-Cigarette Liquids and Aerosols by Liquid Chromatography-High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry. Chemical research in toxicology, 34(10), 2216–2226. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.chemrestox.1c00253

Additional Reading

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/5-truths-you-need-to-know-about-vaping

https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/helping-teens-quit/talk-about-vaping/vaping-facts

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/quit-smoking-tobacco/what-you-need-to-know-about-vaping

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