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Some Flavored E-Cigarettes Contain Cancer-Causing Chemical
By Yasemin Saplakoglu published
Electronic cigarettes flavored with mint and menthol may contain high levels of the carcinogen pulegone.

Trump Administration Plans to Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes
By Rachael Rettner published
The Trump Administration announced that it plans to finalize a policy that would remove non-tobacco-flavored e-cigarettes from the U.S. market.

Is Vaping Really Safe?
By Ilona Jaspers published
Here's a look at the science behind vaping and its effects on a person's health. The dangers of e-cigarettes are only now starting to come out.

Could This Contaminant Be Causing the Mysterious Vaping-Related Illnesses?
By Yasemin Saplakoglu published
For weeks, officials have searched for what could be causing a string of vaping-related respiratory illnesses across the country. Now, they may have found a clue.

A Second Person Has Died from a Vaping-Related Illness
By Yasemin Saplakoglu published
It's unclear what products the patient had used.

You Probably Shouldn't Be Vaping Anything Right Now, Health Officials Warn
By Rachael Rettner published
It's probably not a good idea to use e-cigarettes right now, according to public health officials.

There Are Now Nearly 200 Cases of Severe Lung Illnesses Tied to Vaping
By Yasemin Saplakoglu published
One patient has reportedly died from a severe lung illness linked to vaping.

Why Are Dozens of US Teens Getting Sick After Vaping?
By Yasemin Saplakoglu published
The illnesses left nearly 100 people hospitalized.
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