Vaping and Its Impact

Introduction

• Vaping is considered a less harmful alternative to smoking.
• Delivers nicotine, which has effects like improving attention, concentration, and reducing anxiety.
• Nicotine is addictive and may interfere with appetite.
• Vaping is less harmful compared to the hot, toxic smoke from cigarettes.

Vaping Popularity

• In the UK (2023), 20% of children tried vaping.
• In the US, 8% of students regularly vape; many use flavored vapes.

How Vaping Works

• Components: A vape comprises a liquid tank, metallic coil, and produces aerosol.
• Inhalation: Vape liquid turns to mist, inhaled into lungs, nicotine enters bloodstream.
• Chemicals: Consists of propylene glycol, glycerol, nicotine salts, flavor molecules.
• Vapes also release metal particles like aluminium, boron, lead, etc.

Health Concerns and Unknowns

• Regulation Gaps: Many substances in vapes are unlisted or untested for inhalation.
• Chemical Reactions: Heating alters vape liquid, creating unknown compounds.
• Short-term Effects: Coughing, mucus, breathing issues.
• Long-term Effects: Unknown; studies on non-smokers only started in 2024.
• Potential Risks: Inflammation, increased heart rate, oxidative stress, possible diseases.

Nicotine and Addiction

• High Nicotine Dose: Vapes deliver more nicotine than cigarettes.
• Adolescents at Risk: Brain development affected, possible cognitive deficits.
• Withdrawal: Physical symptoms include cravings, mood swings, anxiety.

Conclusion

• Vaping tastes good but is highly addictive.
• Beneficial for smokers switching to vaping, but harmful for new users.
• Need for reliable information and regulation to curb addiction.

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