Twenty-year-old Alex Morrin highlights an unexpected danger of vaping: its ease of concealment. His parents are unaware when he vapes in their presence because the vapor is invisible. “You can do it in the same room as them,” Morrin revealed in an interview with CBS News. This ability to hide vaping makes it a concerning issue for parents.
A recent report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) sheds light on the prevalence of e-cigarette use among young adults. According to the report, based on data from the 2021 National Health Interview Survey, 11% of individuals aged 18 to 24 consider themselves current e-cigarette users, surpassing other age groups. The report also reveals that within this age group, White non-Hispanic Americans vape more than Latino, Asian, or Black youth.
The survey indicates that, overall, 4.5% of adults aged 18 and above engage in vaping. The survey defines current e-cigarette use as individuals who vape daily or occasionally. Furthermore, the report highlights that high school students also partake in vaping, with approximately 14% of them being users, according to an October 2022 survey conducted by the CDC and the Food and Drug Administration.
A recent report from the American Heart Association emphasizes the potential health risks associated with nicotine-containing e-cigarettes. Researchers have observed an increase in blood pressure and heart rate due to these devices. However, more research is needed to fully understand the long-term effects of vaping. Some e-cigarettes may also contain additional harmful chemicals, thus exacerbating the concerns expressed by the American Heart Association.
Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos, director of the Tobacco Treatment Clinic at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, stresses the need for further research on the topic. He emphasizes that vaping can lead to addiction in children and adolescents due to their chronic exposure to nicotine. Galiatsatos admits that while severe outcomes can result from vaping, the long-term consequences remain uncertain.
The issue is further complicated by the fact that while the marketing of tobacco-flavored e-cigarettes is permitted by the FDA, flavored products, which have flooded the market, remain unauthorized. This discrepancy adds to the concerns surrounding vaping.
Alex Morrin, who became addicted to e-cigarettes at 16, has faced health issues as a result. He experienced nausea and seizures, causing great distress to his mother, Winna Morrin. To combat this issue, the Morrins believe that addressing vaping requires a united front. They support their son and emphasize their commitment to helping him overcome his addiction.
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