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Vaping: The Hidden Risks Of This Alternative To Traditional Cigarettes

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Years ago, the World Health Organization described smoking as a true “epidemic,” considering it one of the greatest threats to public health. 

Since then, millions of people around the world have tried to quit smoking to protect their well-being and that of those around them. However, in that quest, an alternative emerged that promised to be less harmful: vaping.

These devices, also called e-cigarettes, work by heating liquids containing nicotine, flavorings, and other chemicals to create an aerosol that is inhaled. Available in various designs and sizes, vapes have quickly gained popularity, especially among young people, who see them as a modern, tobacco-free way to smoke.

However, scientific evidence shows that vaping is not harmless. The American Cancer Society reminds us that nicotine remains an addictive substance, and that both tobacco and e-cigarette aerosols can negatively affect various organs in the body, from the lungs and heart to the skin, bones, and eyes.

One of the most worrying findings comes from a study led by Dr. Marianne Nabbout, which warns that even acute vaping has an immediate impact on blood vessels. This suggests, the researcher explains, that prolonged use could be linked to the development of vascular diseases.

The U.S. Office on Smoking and Health agrees that, although some people use them as a tool to quit smoking, there is still no conclusive evidence that they are effective in helping people quit. Therefore, specialists recommend abstaining from both traditional cigarettes and vaping.

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