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Man's Vape Pen Explodes, Giving Him Third-Degree Burns
By Rachael Rettner published
The man developed serious burns after his vape pen exploded in his pocket.

Vaping May Have Landed 8 Teens in the Hospital with Serious Lung Damage
By Rachael Rettner published
The number of cases seen in such a short period is concerning, officials say.

E-Cigarette Explodes in Teen's Mouth, Breaks Jaw, Blows Out Teeth
By Rachael Rettner published
A teenage boy was seriously injured when an e-cigarette exploded in his mouth, according to a new report of the case.

The FDA Is Investigating a Possible Link Between E-Cigarettes and Seizures
By Rachael Rettner published
There have been 35 reported cases of people who had seizures shortly after they used e-cigarettes.

What Makes an E-Cig Taste Good May Also Make It Toxic
By Cari Nierenberg published
With names like "Banana Pudding," "Blueberry Cinnamon-Streusel Muffin" and "Butter Crunch," the flavoring ingredients in electronic cigarettes sound not only harmless but immensely appealing.

The FDA Wants to Take Nicotine Out of Tobacco. How Do You Do That?
By Rachael Rettner published
The FDA is taking steps to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes. But exactly how do you take the nicotine out of tobacco?

Are 'Heat-Not-Burn' Tobacco Products Safer Than Cigarettes?
By Rachael Rettner published
A new tobacco device, known as IQOS, could soon be sold in the U.S. But is it safer than a regular cigarette? An FDA panel has weighed in.

Should People Who Can't Quit Smoking Switch to E-Cigarettes?
By Dan Robitzski published
Switching to e-cigarettes won't solve all the health problems smokers face, but how do they stack up compared to regular cigarettes?
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