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A Global Concern Youth vaping rates are rising

E-cigarettes work by heating a liquid to generate an aerosol, commonly referred to as vapor, which the user inhales

Over time, this increases vulnerability to low mood and depressive symptoms

For example, a 2016 study using a national sample of youth 13 to17 years old found that they were more likely to try menthol-, candy- or fruit-flavored e-cigarettes if a friend offered, compared to tobacco- and alcohol-flavored e-cigarettes

And although this is rare, it is important for consumers and parents to know what goes into their e-cigarettes

Implementation of a multi-disciplinary team focused on providing Comprehensive Care for Patients Suffering from Vaping-related illness