Flavored Vapes and Teen Health

Nearly 1.6 million U.S. teens reported vaping in 2024—down from past years but still alarming—with fruit-flavored vapes dominating teen choices. While the FDA approved these flavors for adult smokers, experts fear it could lure youth back into addiction. Doctors are seeing rising respiratory issues among vapers, including asthma and lung damage, alongside hidden dangers like nicotine-induced anxiety and impaired brain development. Flavors like blue raspberry and strawberry mask the real risk: nicotine addiction that worsens focus and mood. Teens often get vapes from friends or online, making bans less effective. Experts urge open, nonjudgmental conversations with teens—and point to support programs like Not On Tobacco and text-based help—as the real path to quitting. Success stories like Ricky and Gaby prove quitting transforms health and empowers teens to help others break free. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5f9f42b9605e5cd4