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Vaping-Related Illnesses Climb As Federal Officials Reveal Criminal Investigation
By Yasemin Saplakoglu published
The number of confirmed or probable cases has reached 530 according to the latest update from the CDC.
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.
Number of Vaping-Related Lung Disease Cases Doubles As Clues Point to 'Chemical Exposure'
By Rachael Rettner published
The number of Americans sickened by mysterious, vaping-related lung illnesses continues to soar.
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.
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