Tag: vaping

The dark side of vaping: Uncovering the truth for SA teens 

Despite several experts agreeing that vaping is significantly less harmful than tobacco, a wave of stricter laws worldwide has been prompted by new concerns regarding youth addiction and long-term respiratory health. Also see: Why are dermatologists concerned about social media skincare for teens? Deemed to be the cooler version of smoking, vaping has been causing some concerns, and has since become a major […]

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How to kick the vaping habit

Although it was initially introduced as the less harmful alternative, vaping seems to have quickly created a whole new generation of nicotine addicts. The vaping trend has evolved into a more complicated public health issue, as the number of vape dependents appears to be growing exponentially, particularly within the younger generation, as per UCT Commerce. […]

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Is vaping safer than smoking?

Electric cigarettes, also known as vapes are a growing trend in teenagers and young adults. It is also popular amongst people trying to quit traditional cigarettes as they do not contain any tobacco, although they contain nicotine. Since it is still relatively new, there is not enough research to determine the specific effects and side […]

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Vaping: A threat to young people’s health and a gateway to addiction

UCT recently reported that vaping by young South Africans is on the rise. The University of Cape Town Lung Institute found close to 7 000 local learners vape, starting as early as grade 9. E-cigarettes can contain nicotine, which is known to impact adolescent brain development and serve as a gateway drug to more ‘severe’ substances. This […]

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Reasons why vaping is bad for your overall health

You’re not the only one who has considered trying to quit smoking. Almost 7 out of 10 smokers claim they wish to quit. One of the finest things you can do for your health is to stop smoking because it damages almost all of your organs, including your heart. Smoking and passive smoking account for […]

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A practical guide on how to quit vaping

Vaping can be harmful to your health, especially if you are using e-cigarettes or vaping devices that contain nicotine or other chemicals. While vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes, it is not without risks. Healthline highlights the following health risks associated with vaping: Nicotine addiction: Vaping devices often contain […]

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