What We Know (And Don't) About The Dangers Of Vaping
Oct 16, 2019
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Alison Aubrey, an NPR health correspondent, dives into the critical dangers of vaping, particularly for teenagers. She shares the eye-opening story of Piper Johnson, whose vaping habit led to a terrifying ER visit. The discussion reveals alarming statistics about the rising trend of youth vaping and the serious health risks involved. Aubrey highlights the misleading marketing that presents vaping as a safe alternative to smoking, while emphasizing the urgent need for stricter regulations to protect young individuals.
Amid an outbreak of lung injury cases, there's a new spotlight on the dangers of vaping, a practice that's been marketed as an alternative to smoking. NPR health correspondent Allison Aubrey explains, with the story of one teenager whose vaping habit landed her in the ER. Follow host Maddie Sofia on Twitter @maddie_sofia. Email the show at shortwave@npr.org.