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You’ve heard many times by now the reasons not to smoke regular tobacco cigarettes around babies and kids.
But given the popularity of e-cigarettes, does the same apply to vaping?
Here’s what you oughta know to protect your kids.
What is vaping?
The point of vaping is to deliver nicotine, a particularly addictive drug, to the body.
Thee-cigarette then releases a vapor i.e.
aerosol, often containing toxic chemicals which is why using one is known as vaping instead of smoking.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken some steps to regulate the bustling e-cigarette industry.
Manufacturers have to apply for permission from the FDA to sell their product.
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What are the effects of vaping on your health?
There are dangers to vaping.
For starters, vaping devices don’t emit harmless water vapor.
And some of them, like formaldehyde, are cancer-causing.
Smoking e-cigarettes is often considered safer than smoking tobacco cigarettes.
Accidental ingestion
Another danger that parents may overlook is accidental exposure from improper e-cigarette storage.
Congress also requires child-resistant packaging for e-cigarettes and liquids to get to help prevent accidental poisonings.
Public health officials still have more to do, especially to protect children.
Hoping that e-cigarettes could help?
No studies have proven that they can help smokers stop using nicotine.
In fact, some research has shown that vaping makes smokers significantly less likely to quit.
The good news is you’re not alone.
Look for “no smoking” signs
Skip facilities that allow smoking.
The bottom line: No amount of vaping around your babies and children is considered safe.
