23 Vaping Facts You Should Know

Published March 29, 2020

You have heard of vaping, but do know these little-known vaping facts? Learn all about e-cigarettes, vaping vs. smoking, vaping deaths, and much more here.

E-cigarettes contain acrolein, which is a herbicide used to kill weeds._[6]
Scientists note that vaping could aggravate the symptoms of COVID-19. Because vaping causes respiratory and lung problems, experts say vaping could make symptoms of the coronavirus worse._[4]
Electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, are also called e-hookahs, vapes, vape pens, and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS)._[5]
E-cigarettes heat liquid (e-juice) to create an aerosol that users inhale. The liquid can contain THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) , CBD oil, and other flavors, substances, and additives._[5]
E-cigarettes produce several dangerous chemicals that can cause lung disease and cardiovascular disease. These chemicals include acetaldehyde, acrolein, and formaldehyde._[6]
Second-hand vaping smoke contains toxic substances, such as nicotine, diacetyl (a chemical linked to serious lung disease), organic compounds (e.g.benzene) and heavy metals (nickel, tin, and lead)._[6]
Studies show that if teens begin to vape with sweet flavors, such as mango or cotton candy, they are more likely to become addicted for life._[6]
Using e-cigarettes increases the likelihood of catching cold and flu viruses._[6]
If a young adult or youth uses e-cigarettes, it increases the likelihood that they will start using traditional cigarettes._[6]
Approximately 2/3 of teens who vape use fruit-flavored e-juice. Mint and menthol are the most popular._[6]

Youths cite fruity vaping flavors as one of the reasons they started using e-cigarettes

An estimated 20% (5 million) of youths in the US use e-cigarettes. This is an increase of 135% in only two years._[6]
Because e-cigarettes are a relatively new product, the long-term health consequences of using them are not certain. It is known that inhaling harmful chemicals can cause irreversible lung damage and lung diseases._[6]
China has the highest number of e-cigarette users, followed by the US and Europe._[1]
More high school students use e-cigarettes than regular cigarettes, and the use of e-cigarettes is higher among high school students than among adults._[6]
Vaping is harmful during pregnancy. It can result in premature birth and can cause the baby to develop asthma and other health-related issues._[2]
One Juul pod contains the same amount of nicotine as 20 cigarettes._[6]
Vaping weakens a user's immune system._[6]

Vaping can actually be harder to quit than smoking

The Food and Drug Administration concluded that e-cigarettes are neither safe nor effective in helping smokers quit traditional smoking._[6]
The CEO of a top E-cig brand said that vaping manufacturers purposely use flavorings to attract children._[3]
A Juul is a high-tech, sleek e-cigarette that is smaller than a USB drive, which makes it easy to hide._[6]
As of January 2020, there have been 59 vaping-related deaths in 28 states._[7]
The youngest person to die from vaping was a 15-year-old girl in Texas._[7]
People with vaping-related injuries usually appear in the ER with shortness of breath after several days of feeling like they have the flu or pneumonia._[7]