The Vaping Epidemic
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2020-05
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Dejno, Mackenzie
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Coffman, Clark
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Vaping has increased in popularity throughout the United States and specifically in adolescents. The objective of my project is to provide information on the effects of vaping on adolescent's bodies and assist them in making educated decisions before vaping. I have created an interactive informational video for teachers, parents, or medical providers to use to teach adolescents about the potential negative effects of vaping. An in-depth literature review was conducted and presented at a middle school level. Adolescents have quickly become addicted, and dependent on these tetrahydrocannabinol and nicotine containing devices. These products are appealing because of the discrete design, positive advertisements in the media, and fruity flavors. Vape products contain less chemicals than normal cigarettes, however, it is difficult to know the true and full negative effects of vaping because of how recent people have begun using them. Vitamin E acetate is a sticky chemical that causes a buildup in the lungs causing E-cigarette or Vaping Associated Lung Injury. The symptoms vary greatly or mimic the common flu and can end in the need of a lung transplant. Ultimately, it is the individual’s choice to vape or not, but this video provides information to assist in making that decision.
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