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Vaping has quickly evolved into more than just a trend; it has fostered a culture that attracts numerous new users. If you’ve seen friends switching from smoking to vaping or heard about it in the news, you’re not alone. Vaping combines technology with the long-standing habit of inhaling substances, connecting social interaction, creativity, and lifestyle.
The contentious debate between vaping and smoking has divided public opinion, health experts, and policymakers alike. With the rise of vaping culture, engaging in informed discussions about the practice is essential to outline the potential advantages of this rapidly growing alternative. This shift is not arbitrary; it is supported by a growing body of evidence that vaping may be a safer alternative to smoking. In this article, we explore the reasons why vaping is a better alternative to smoking.
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Vaping, a popular alternative to traditional smoking, is an activity that involves inhaling and exhaling the vapor produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device. The practice grew in prominence in the mid-2000s, as e-cigarettes emerged as a seemingly safer substitute to tobacco products. These devices heat a liquid—often infused with nicotine and various flavors—into a vapor, which is then inhaled, hence the term ‘vaping’. This innovative technology swiftly managed to capture a significant market share, attracting smokers searching for a less harmful alternative and a new generation of users intrigued by the novelty and variety of flavors. Today, vaping stands at the crossroads of rising health concerns, regulatory scrutiny, and continued popularity among its users. As we evaluate the current landscape of vaping, it’s essential to understand its implications on health, social norms, and legislation.
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Vaping, once a niche trend, has evolved into a full-blown cultural phenomenon over the past decade. From helping people quit smoking to becoming a recreational hobby, vaping has firmly established itself in the mainstream. And now, with cutting-edge innovations hitting the market, vaping has taken a giant leap forward in the coolness department. Here’s a rundown of some of the most exciting vaping innovations that have made the scene even more enticing.
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As more and more people turn to vaping as an alternative way to consume nicotine, we must take a critical look at its growing popularity. Vaping has become one of the most talked-about topics in both the medical and general communities alike, with a polarizing opinion on its safety and efficacy. It’s no secret that the industry is booming, and there has been an influx of products hitting the market. Also, vaping has become a mainstay in the culture of many social circles, especially among adolescents and young adults. Here are some of the issues that we should consider when evaluating vaping and its potential impact.
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The American Lung Association reminds the public that e-cigarettes, or vaping, is not quitting smoking
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Ridgewood NJ, Along with hitting the gym more often and starting a diet, quitting smoking tops many New Year’s resolution lists. There are 873,600 smokers in New Jersey and more than 63% tried to quit last year. New ads from e-cigarettes companies would have those smokers falsely believe that switching to vaping is quitting smoking. The American Lung Association is reminding Pennsylvanians that the Food and Drug Administration has not found any e-cigarette to be safe and effective in helping smokers quit.
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Township of Washing NJ, a state Superior Court judge has overturned the Twp of Washington’s Planning Board 2018 denial of a site plan for a proposed smoke and vape shop at Washington Town Center. The judge gave the board 45 days to grant all necessary approvals.
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Ridgewood NJ, The Department of Health today is announcing the first New Jersey death associated with the national vaping outbreak. The death, involving an adult female from northern New Jersey, was reported to the Department in August and mentioned as a report under investigation by Department of Health Acting Commissioner Judith Persichilli at the time Governor Phil Murphy announced the creation of the Electronic Smoking Device Task Force on September 12, 2019.
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Ridgewood NJ, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has activated its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to enhance the inter-agency response to the current investigation into cases of lung injury associated with e-cigarette product use, or vaping.
“CDC has made it a priority to find out what is causing this outbreak of e-cigarette or vaping-related injuries and deaths,” said CDC Director Robert Redfield, M.D. “Activation of CDC’s Emergency Operations Center allows us to enhance operations and provide additional support to CDC staff working to protect our Nation from this serious health threat.”
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Ridgewood NJ, according to the CDC, as of September 6, 2019, over 450 possible cases of lung illness associated with the use of e-cigarette products have been reported to CDC from the following 33 states and 1 U.S. territory: AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, and the U.S. Virgin Islands). These numbers may change frequently. Also the CDC is reporting that four deaths have been confirmed in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, and Oregon.
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Ridgewood NJ, The New Jersey Department of Health today sent a statewide health alert to health care providers and local health departments following recent reports of severe lung disease in people who have used vaping products.
At this time, the New Jersey Department of Health is investigating nine reports from healthcare facilities of severe lung illness in people who report vaping. Cases in New Jersey have been primarily reported among persons between the ages of 17 to 35 with no significant past medical history.
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