E-Cigarettes
Juul Labs Inc Settles for $462 Million with Six U.S. States, Including California and New York, Over Unlawful Marketing of Vapes to Minors
Juul Labs Inc has recently agreed to pay $462 million to settle lawsuits filed by six U.S. states, including California and New York, that the company marketed its addictive products to minors unlawfully. The deal brings the total number of states that Juul has settled with to 45 for more than $1 billion. However, the company did not … [Read more...] about Juul Labs Inc Settles for $462 Million with Six U.S. States, Including California and New York, Over Unlawful Marketing of Vapes to Minors
What is Juul?
Juuls are a popular variety of e-cigarette: sleek, battery-powered devices that contain nicotine and are inhaled like regular cigarettes. Using a Juul is also known as vaping, because a user heats the contents and then puffs a cloud of vapor. At launch, Juuls carried a high amount of nicotine per vape, compared to other types of … [Read more...] about What is Juul?
FDA Postpones Key Ruling Affecting Giant Juul
According to an online news report on usatoday.com, the United States Food and Drug Administration denied marketing applications for over 945,000 flavored products. The FDA stated that JUUL was failing to offer evidence that their e-cigarettes protect public health. A 2020 Center for Disease Control report discovered over 550,000 … [Read more...] about FDA Postpones Key Ruling Affecting Giant Juul
Vaping Causes a Coronavirus-like Lung Illness
According to a news report posted on scientificamerican.com, a dangerous illness attacking teenagers and young adults presents symptoms similar to the coronavirus. One victim stated that the initial sign of the mystery illness was difficulty in breathing. The 18-year-old man stated that he felt as if his lungs were beginning to fail. … [Read more...] about Vaping Causes a Coronavirus-like Lung Illness
E-cigarette Lung Damage Lawsuits
Research Confirms That 33 Percent of E-Cigarette Users Suffer Lung Damage According to a news report published on mednews365.com, a new research study has discovered that approximately 33% of vape and e-cigarette users suffer symptoms typically associated with lung damage. The study also states that many of those with potential … [Read more...] about E-cigarette Lung Damage Lawsuits
E-Cigarette Lawsuits Being Filed Around United States
UNITED STATES – As reported by several news websites, lawsuits related to e-cigarettes are being filed around the country. These lawsuits allege that the device manufacturers are luring children and young adults into nicotine addiction, and that the devices have the propensity to explode. Though many manufacturers have … [Read more...] about E-Cigarette Lawsuits Being Filed Around United States
JUUL E-Cigarette Use Rises Among Young Adults
USA - Reuters writes that JUUL devices became more popular with young adults in the United States ever since the beginning of 2018. A major part of the reason for the product’s growing popularity is that these products have been advertised and are perceived as being less hazardous to a person’s health than traditional cigarettes. … [Read more...] about JUUL E-Cigarette Use Rises Among Young Adults
Natrona County School District Files a Federal Lawsuit Against JUUL
NATRONA COUNTY, WY - June 25, 2020 - According to an online news report on trib.com, the Natrona County School District has officially filed suit against JUUL for its alleged targeting of young children and for misrepresenting the actual potency of their e-cigarette devices. The lawsuit alleges that JUUL succeeded in its plan to … [Read more...] about Natrona County School District Files a Federal Lawsuit Against JUUL
FDA Issues Enforcement Warning Concerning E-Cigarettes
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent enforcement letters to ten retail outlets and manufacturers of electronic nicotine delivery systems, which the FDA calls ENDS, with stern warnings to stop selling products marketed toward children. The FDA indicates that children are extremely susceptible to the … [Read more...] about FDA Issues Enforcement Warning Concerning E-Cigarettes
State of Michigan Announced Recall for Vape Cartridges
LANSING, Mich. — Health officials in the state of Michigan have announced an urgent consumer recall for marijuana vape cartridges after testing revealed that the products have exceedingly high levels of vitamin e acetate. Vitamin e acetate is an additive that health officials have identified as causing the epidemic of lung illnesses … [Read more...] about State of Michigan Announced Recall for Vape Cartridges
New York City Picks up Where the FDA Fell Short on Vaping
NEW YORK, New York — The City of New York will continue to ban flavored vaping products sold in disposable packages even though the latest federal measure specifically omits these types of products from the new regulatory scheme. Therefore, brands like Fogg, Puff Bar, and Stig, which are dramatically increasing in popularity across … [Read more...] about New York City Picks up Where the FDA Fell Short on Vaping
Flaw Exposed in FDA Crackdown on Vaping Products
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Brand new regulations recently took effect that aims to stop underage use of flavored vaping products and they are already outdated. FOX59 has learned that the new vaping regulations do not cover so-called disposable flavored vaping products. The restrictions went into effect on February 6, 2020. However, younger … [Read more...] about Flaw Exposed in FDA Crackdown on Vaping Products
Woman Placed in Medically-Induced Coma After Vaping for Six Weeks
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin— A single mother decided to use an e-cigarette product, and in six weeks, she developed symptoms that mimicked pneumonia that compelled her doctors to place her in a coma so she could heal. According to Yahoo.com, her doctors say vaping is to blame. The single mom initially thought she had the flu, but it turned … [Read more...] about Woman Placed in Medically-Induced Coma After Vaping for Six Weeks
Two More Dead from Vaping Illness in New York
ALBANY, N.Y. — Governor Andrew Cuomo announced recently that two women died in New York from illnesses related to vaping. One woman who died lived in New York City, the other woman, resided in Ontario County near Rochester, N.Y. The vaping death toll in New York has now reached four according to ABC 7 News. New York State’s … [Read more...] about Two More Dead from Vaping Illness in New York
E-Cigarettes Not Substitute for Traditional Cigarettes
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved any vaping products as ways to quit smoking, nor has the administration agreed with manufacturer claims of the product being a safer alternative to cigarettes. The FDA now requires that the manufacturers of these products take such unsupported claims out of their … [Read more...] about E-Cigarettes Not Substitute for Traditional Cigarettes
Vaping Illnesses Reported in Every State
USA-Axios.com writes that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is tracking cases of e-cigarette or vaping associated lung disease (EVALI). To date, there are 2,409 cases of individuals being hospitalized because of the condition. Vaping is relatively new, and the consequences are not well-understood. A recent study … [Read more...] about Vaping Illnesses Reported in Every State
Over 2,400 Confirmed Cases of Vaping Illnesses
USA - Axios.com writes that at least 2,409 people have been admitted to the hospital for EVALI, a vaping-related lung condition that, in extreme cases, can be fatal. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is tracking reports of EVALI across the country. Studies indicate that the most severe cases of EVALI appear in … [Read more...] about Over 2,400 Confirmed Cases of Vaping Illnesses
Vaping Use Rampant Among Teens in the U.S.
ATLANTA, GA — An astounding 25 percent of students in American high schools and one out of every ten junior high students have used a vaping product at least once in 30 days, according to Safety and Health Magazine. The figures are staggering. Meanwhile, cigarette use among teens has dropped to just under six percent for high school … [Read more...] about Vaping Use Rampant Among Teens in the U.S.
Vape Juice Can Kill, the Government is Slow to React
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Government is never out front of any public health issue, and true to form, it was way behind on banning flavored vaping juice. Flavored vape juice, which comes in fruit and candy flavors, is not an alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes. Instead, flavored vape juice was produced for the sole and exclusive … [Read more...] about Vape Juice Can Kill, the Government is Slow to React
Vaping Injures More Than Lungs
USA- Healthline.com writes that while vaping is now linked to a potentially deadly lung condition, e-cigarettes are also proving to be dangerous for other parts of the body as well. Studies are now indicating that a person’s heart, brain and the lining of their arteries. One study showed that trying vaping just once causes changes … [Read more...] about Vaping Injures More Than Lungs
California Sues Juul
CALIFORNIA - Au.finance.yahoo.com writes that the State of California is suing Juul Labs Inc. for allegedly marketing their product to teens. Parents, schools, and others have filed lawsuits against the company for their marketing practices. Meanwhile, across the country, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking … [Read more...] about California Sues Juul
Vaping Might be worse for Health than Smoking
USA - Nbcnews.com writes that new research indicates that vaping might be more hazardous to health than smoking. The health risks associated with smoking cigarettes are well-known and rarely disputed. E-cigarettes entered the market ostensibly as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes. Manufacturers of e-cigarettes claimed … [Read more...] about Vaping Might be worse for Health than Smoking
Teen With EVALI Undergoes Double Lung Transplant
USA - Usatoday.com writes that a 17-year-old boy recently underwent a double lung transplant because of the vaping-related illness EVALI (defined below). The teen spent more than a month in the hospital because of the e-cigarette-related disease before undergoing surgery in October. Reports indicate the patient is the first in the … [Read more...] about Teen With EVALI Undergoes Double Lung Transplant
New York Raises Vaping Purchase Age to 21
NY - Nbcnewyork.comwrites that the minimum age for buying cigarettes, tobacco products, and e-cigarettes is now 21, up from the previous minimum age of eighteen. According to the Governor, the new age limit is intended to prevent young people from becoming addicted to nicotine-containing products. The move comes as the rate of … [Read more...] about New York Raises Vaping Purchase Age to 21
Insider Claims Juul Knew It Shipped Tainted Pods
USA- Latimes.com writes that an executive from Juul is alleging that the company was aware that one million of its nicotine pods were tainted when it shipped them out to consumers. Juul fired the former executive earlier this year, and he has now filed a lawsuit against the company. The allegation regarding the tainted product is … [Read more...] about Insider Claims Juul Knew It Shipped Tainted Pods
Report Finds Juul Ignored Teen Addiction Studies
Report Finds Juul Ignored Early Studies Indicating it Was Causing Teen Addiction USA- Reuters.com writes that the market-dominating seller of e-cigarettes knew that it was causing teenage nicotine addiction as early as 2015, but ignored the studies instead choosing to push forward with its highly potent product line. The company … [Read more...] about Report Finds Juul Ignored Teen Addiction Studies
Mint Flavored Juul Pods No Longer For Sale
USA- Cnbc.com writes that e-cigarette company, Juul, just halted all sales of the company's mint-flavored pods. For the market leader in e-cigarettes, the mint flavor was the best seller accounting for around 70 percent of sales in the United States. The company announced the move last Thursday possibly in anticipation of the Trump … [Read more...] about Mint Flavored Juul Pods No Longer For Sale
Mint Juul Suspension Enacted Following Scientific Survey Results
Juul Labs has conceded to public pressure and temporarily suspended their mint Juul pods from sale. The mint Juul suspension has been hailed as a victory for public health, while some raise questions about why the action was not taken sooner. The Impact of The Mint Juul Suspension According to CNBC and other sources, the mint Juul … [Read more...] about Mint Juul Suspension Enacted Following Scientific Survey Results
Juul Insider Interview Implies Company Knowledge of Teen Addiction Risk
A recent Juul insider interview published by Reuters has showcased some of the more controversial issues with the embattled corporation. According to numerous interviewed sources, the flames of controversy that blaze around accusations of the Juul Labs catering to youth markets were ignored from the onset in favor of titanic profit … [Read more...] about Juul Insider Interview Implies Company Knowledge of Teen Addiction Risk
Press Release – Parker Waichman LLP is Reviewing Juul Lung Illness, Underage Addiction & Contamination Injury Cases
Lawsuits Filed Over Contaminated Juul Nicotine Pods Gain Momentum Former Exec Files Whistleblower Lawsuit PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Oct. 31, 2019 - /PRNewswire/ — A former, top executive for Juul Labs, Inc. has filed a lawsuit against Juul Labs, Inc. In the federal lawsuit, Mr. Siddharth Breja claims that he was terminated after … [Read more...] about Press Release – Parker Waichman LLP is Reviewing Juul Lung Illness, Underage Addiction & Contamination Injury Cases
Juul Blamed for Vaping Addiction Epidemic
USA- The dailymail.co.uk writes that 2018 saw an uptick in vaping among young people in the United States. From 2014 through 2017, vaping was on the decline, but last year the numbers went up by two percent. Over 1,300 people have reported illnesses related to vaping, and there have been 28 deaths. The majority of people impacted … [Read more...] about Juul Blamed for Vaping Addiction Epidemic
E-Cigarettes May Be More Addictive Than Cigarettes
USA- Vox.com writes that for individuals who wish to quit vaping, the road ahead is basically uncharted. While there is a wealth of literature and information for people who wish to quit smoking cigarettes, the practice of vaping is relatively new, and there is little information for those struggling with this new form of … [Read more...] about E-Cigarettes May Be More Addictive Than Cigarettes
Vaping Linked to Cancer in Study
USA- Cnbc.com writes that a recent study is the first to officially link a lung cancer risk to vaping. The study looked at the impact of vaping on mice and found that the exposure to nicotine led to a greater risk of both lung cancer and bladder cancer. The National Institutes of Health provided funding for the study. The … [Read more...] about Vaping Linked to Cancer in Study
Long Island School District is Suing Juul
LONG ISLAND, NY- Newsday.com writes that a school district in Long Island is one of three across the country that has filed a lawsuit against Juul, the largest manufacturer of e-cigarettes. The lawsuit alleges that Juul has pushed its products on the school's students, causing an epidemic-level addiction problem that the school is … [Read more...] about Long Island School District is Suing Juul
Vaping Illnesses Tied to Chemical Burns
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The New York Times reported that researchers narrowed their focus on what might be causing the vaping illnesses that have killed at least sixteen people and hospitalized over 1,000. Researchers now believe that the illnesses present like chemical burns rather than lipid pneumonia, as once believed. In other words, … [Read more...] about Vaping Illnesses Tied to Chemical Burns
Mayo Clinic Analysis Sheds Light on E-Cigarette Lung Injuries
A New York Times examination of the Mayo Clinic analysis of tissue damaged by the e-cigarette illness has shed new light on the nature and damage of the epidemic that continues to sweep the country’s e-cigarette users. The Significance of the Mayo Clinic Analysis According to the articles released following the Mayo Clinic … [Read more...] about Mayo Clinic Analysis Sheds Light on E-Cigarette Lung Injuries
E-Cigarette Cancer Connection Suggested by NYU Researchers
A recent study conducted by New York University (NYU) has suggested the first concrete e-cigarette cancer connection. Tough the results came under immediate scrutiny, CNBC has reported that the researchers themselves have maintained a realistic level of certainty throughout. The Source of the E-Cigarette Cancer Connection The … [Read more...] about E-Cigarette Cancer Connection Suggested by NYU Researchers
Toxic Chemicals to Blame for Vaping Deaths
ATLANTA, Ga. — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention discussed recent findings from analyses performed on patients suggests that the lung illnesses are actually chemical burns or stem from toxic chemical fumes and not ingestion of oil as once previously thought. At least one vaping illness has been reported in 48 states … [Read more...] about Toxic Chemicals to Blame for Vaping Deaths
Hydrogen Cyanide Found in THC Vaping Cartridges
NEW YORK, N.Y. — As scientists scramble to find a link to the mysterious and elusive source of the vaping illnesses that have forced some states to ban sales of vaping products, researchers have found a fungicide in THC-based vape cartridges, both from the black market and legitimate sources. Testing conducted at a vaping … [Read more...] about Hydrogen Cyanide Found in THC Vaping Cartridges
Nicotine Vape Linked to Bladder Cancer
USA- Eurekalert.org writes that mice who were exposed to e-cigarette smoke later developed lung cancer. The study found that the link existed between mice who were exposed to the smoke from e-cigarettes, but only when the e-cigarettes contained nicotine. The mice were surrounded by the smoke, not inhaling directly as a human … [Read more...] about Nicotine Vape Linked to Bladder Cancer
Toxic Chemicals Linked to Vaping Illnesses
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The results of a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine indicate that vaping-related illnesses stem from chemical burns and not from inhaling oils as previously believed. The study centered on seventeen biopsies from patients diagnosed with vaping illnesses. Stat News reported that the researchers … [Read more...] about Toxic Chemicals Linked to Vaping Illnesses
Press Release – Parker Waichman LLP Files Lawsuit against Juul Labs, Inc. on Behalf of New Jersey Teen
Parker Waichman LLP Files Lawsuit against Juul Labs, Inc. on Behalf of New Jersey Teen Parker Waichman LLP, a national law firm that has long fought to protect the rights of victims injured by allegedly defective products, drugs and medical devices, announce that they have filed suit in United States District Court, District of … [Read more...] about Press Release – Parker Waichman LLP Files Lawsuit against Juul Labs, Inc. on Behalf of New Jersey Teen
Vaping Deaths Rise to Thirteen
ATLANTA, Ga. — The Center for Disease Control and Prevention indicated that the number of cases of lung illness caused by vaping increased by 52% over a seven-day period, according to Forbes Magazine. The death toll continues to increase as well. At least thirteen people are now confirmed dead because of the damage vaping caused to … [Read more...] about Vaping Deaths Rise to Thirteen
How Vaping Became the Center of a Health Crisis
The U.S. News and World Report filed a report on this topic recently. The short answer to the question is: young people are addicted to vaping at levels cigarettes never approached. The entire answer is a bit more complicated, however. In about 15 years, e-cigarettes have gone from being the next great smoking cessation product to … [Read more...] about How Vaping Became the Center of a Health Crisis
CDC E-Cigarette Update Confirms More Deaths and Hundreds of Illnesses
The U.S. Center for Disease Control has recently released an update about the e-cigarette illnesses that are sweeping the nation. The CDC e-cigarette update has unfortunately brought more grim news as close to 1000 individuals have been hospitalized by what is either confirmed to be or very likely the mysterious e-cigarette … [Read more...] about CDC E-Cigarette Update Confirms More Deaths and Hundreds of Illnesses
Vaping Companies Sue for the Right to Sell
ALBANY, N.Y. — The Vapor Technology Association and two other vaping companies have filed a lawsuit against the New York governor for the right to sell flavored vaping products in New York State according to a report by NBC New York. The governor announced a statewide ban on flavored vaping products which will take effect in two … [Read more...] about Vaping Companies Sue for the Right to Sell
Health Experts Claim Vaping Illnesses May Be Diagnosed Soon
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A physician working for the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention testified before Congress recently that she expects to see hundreds of more vaping-related illnesses before the epidemic abates. ABC News reported that the physician expects the next figure released by the CDC to include hundreds of new … [Read more...] about Health Experts Claim Vaping Illnesses May Be Diagnosed Soon
Eleven Dead from Vaping
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Forbes Magazine published a report providing new details of the deadly vaping crisis sweeping the nation. Two more people have died from a lung illness caused by vaping. One person from Georgia died and the other person who died lived in Florida. The death toll is now eleven. The Centers for Disease Control and … [Read more...] about Eleven Dead from Vaping
Researchers Still Looking for Common Thread in Vaping Illnesses
WASHINGTON, D.C. —The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is looking for a common ingredient to connect 530 illnesses and eleven deaths caused by consuming vaping products. No one cause has come to light despite researchers’ persistent efforts. Each case seems to have an independent reason with the sole exception that the person who … [Read more...] about Researchers Still Looking for Common Thread in Vaping Illnesses
Juul Says it will Stop Advertising in the U.S.
LOS ANGELES, C.A. — NBC Los Angeles reported that Juul Labs, the most prominent and recognizable manufacturer of electric cigarettes, will stop advertising in the United States. The announcement came as Juul Lab’s Chief Executive Officer stepped down from his post amidst the on-going health care crisis involving vaping in the … [Read more...] about Juul Says it will Stop Advertising in the U.S.
Massachusetts Governor Institutes Vaping Ban
BOSTON, Mass. — Less than ten cases of vaping-related illness have been treated in Massachusetts hospitals; however, one pulmonologist in the Commonwealth says that there is a definite cause for concern. The Bay State Governor also recognized the fears. Massachusetts’ governor declared a public health emergency and accordingly banned … [Read more...] about Massachusetts Governor Institutes Vaping Ban
Juul CEO Steps Down
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The chief executive officer as Juul Labs agreed to step down amid turmoil facing the company. An executive from Altria Group, a part-owner of Juul Labs (and manufacturer of cigarettes) will fill the role according to the Washington Post. Additionally, Juul Labs announced that it would not fight any ban on flavored … [Read more...] about Juul CEO Steps Down
Juul Labs to Halt Advertising Campaign
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Juul Labs canceled its “Make the Switch” ad campaign which targets smokers looking to quit to switch to using e-cigarettes. The slogan implies that using e-cigarette products is safer than smoking and is an effective method of quitting tobacco. The USA Today said Juul’s exiting chief executive officer apologized … [Read more...] about Juul Labs to Halt Advertising Campaign
Did Juul Marketing to Children?
SAN FRANCISCO, C.A. — A study authored by researchers from Stanford University proves that Juul Labs, Inc., the most-widely recognizable — and most profitable — e-cigarette company in the U.S. targeted children. The Los Angeles Times reported Juul Labs found great success cultivating a very young client base with targeted advertising … [Read more...] about Did Juul Marketing to Children?
ALA Launches Anti-Vaping Campaign
CHICAGO, Ill. — The American Lung Association issued a statement through its National President and Chief Executive Officer about the potential horrors of consuming vaping products or using e-cigarettes. The CEO discussed in great detail in his statement the hazards vaping conceals and the potential for irreversible lung damage as a … [Read more...] about ALA Launches Anti-Vaping Campaign
Eighth Person Dies from Vaping Illness
LOUIS, Mo. — A man in his mid-forties succumbed to a vaping-related respiratory illness in Missouri. The passing of that victim marks the eighth person to die from vaping in the U.S. and is the first person to die in Missouri from the disease. The man lost his battle while being treated in Mercy Hospital, which is located in St. … [Read more...] about Eighth Person Dies from Vaping Illness
Walmart, Sam’s Club to Stop Selling E-Cigarettes
NEW YORK, New York — NBC News reported that the retail giant Walmart, along with its subsidiary Sam’s Club, will gradually phase out sales of e-cigarette products. The company cited complex federal, state, and local regulations in addition to the indeterminate future of e-cigarette sales as the company’s motive for stopping sales. … [Read more...] about Walmart, Sam’s Club to Stop Selling E-Cigarettes
Vape Illness Criminal Investigation Launched
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, or the FDA, announced it would launch a criminal probe into the epidemic of vaping-related illnesses and deaths that have occurred in 38 states as well as in the U.S. Virgin Islands. According to USA TODAY, 530 people have an illness relating to, or probably caused by, … [Read more...] about Vape Illness Criminal Investigation Launched
New York Will Ban Flavored E-cigarette Products
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — Governor Andrew Cuomo said that he would ask the state’s Public Health and Health Planning Council to ban flavored e-cigarette products. Newsday said that the ban could be implemented within a couple of weeks. The State of New York’s ban will go into effect several weeks before a similar ban takes effect in … [Read more...] about New York Will Ban Flavored E-cigarette Products
Vaping Illness Epidemic Explored
Kansas — CNN reported that a sixth person has now died from a vaping related illness. The woman was a resident of Kansas and in her 50s. Health officials in Kansas said that she was hospitalized for a short length of time as her symptoms rapidly progressed. The first death health officials attributed to vaping was in Illinois. The … [Read more...] about Vaping Illness Epidemic Explored
Juul Ignores the Feds, Still Runs “Make the Switch” Ad Campaigns
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Juul says that it will continue running its “Make the Switch” ad campaign even as the president and members of Congress, along with public health agencies, threaten to ban some of its products. CNBC reported that President Trump announced he would like to see a ban on all flavored vaping products except tobacco … [Read more...] about Juul Ignores the Feds, Still Runs “Make the Switch” Ad Campaigns
Vaping Linked to Lung Damage, and Deaths
PORTLAND, Ore. — A 25-year-old man experienced shortness of breath and then collapsed while eating dinner. The man’s near-death experience came on without warning. Fortunately, doctors were able to save his life even though the stricken man was unconscious for several days. However, the man spent a week in the hospital recovering … [Read more...] about Vaping Linked to Lung Damage, and Deaths
Health Experts Unsure of E-Cigarette Ingredients
NBC News published a feature article on the hazards of using e-cigarette products in the wake of the startling death of a woman in Kansas who passed away within one week of using e-cigarettes for the first time. Medical experts know that vaping is extremely harmful to a person’s well-being. However, no one is certain … [Read more...] about Health Experts Unsure of E-Cigarette Ingredients
Kansas Woman Dies of E-Cigarette Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
TOPEKA, Kan. — The sixth person to die from e-cigarette use died in the state of Kansas recently. Kansas state health authorities said that the woman who died from a severe respiratory disease caused by vaping was older than 50-years-of-age with a documented history of serious health concerns. Notwithstanding the woman’s health … [Read more...] about Kansas Woman Dies of E-Cigarette Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
ALA Says Do Not Use E-Cigarettes
CHICAGO, Ill. — The Chief Executive Officer for the American Lung Association issued a public safety announcement concerning the latent dangers of e-cigarettes. The American Lung Association wants the public to know that vaping could permanently damage someone’s lungs. The statement published by the American Lung Association on … [Read more...] about ALA Says Do Not Use E-Cigarettes
Juul Faces Fines, Product Seizures
September 10, 2019 (Washington, D.C.) - According to a CNBC.com news report, Federal health officials accused JUUL of illegally marketing their JuulPod nicotine pods as “safer than cigarettes.” On the company’s website, Juul.com, prominently placed at the top of the website is a “Refer a Smoker” link which reinforces the message … [Read more...] about Juul Faces Fines, Product Seizures
Michigan Bans Flavored E-Cigarettes
LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D.) tapped into her authority as the chief executive officer for the state to issue a ban on flavored e-cigarettes. The ban will expire in six months. According to a report appearing on CNBC, the governor banned flavored e-cigarettes, or vape pens, because experts believe the … [Read more...] about Michigan Bans Flavored E-Cigarettes
Juul Addiction Lawsuits
September 9, 2019 – COLUMBUS, OHIO – According to an online news report by WBNS, the mother of two girls has filed a lawsuit against Hilliard Smoke House, its owners and Juul Labs. In the lawsuit’s complaint, the plaintiff alleges that her underage daughters became addicted to Juul’s nicotine JuulPods due to Juul’s internet … [Read more...] about Juul Addiction Lawsuits
Unknown THC Vape Illness Has Doctors Worried
(08/28/2019) NEW YORK — According to an online news report from the New York Times, public health experts and physicians are puzzled as to why there have been a flood of vape-related illnesses. Symptoms reported include dizziness, respiratory difficulties, and vomiting. In New York, there have been over a dozen new cases of … [Read more...] about Unknown THC Vape Illness Has Doctors Worried
Vaping Claims its First Victim
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Health officials from Illinois announced that an individual who presented for medical treatment suffering from a severe lung problem died. Illinois health officials believe that the person’s death is attributable to e-cigarette consumption. The person’s untimely demise appears to be the first fatal case out of … [Read more...] about Vaping Claims its First Victim
Doctors Believe Vape Illnesses Caused by Formaldehyde
Insider.com reported that doctors have no idea why vaping has caused so many severe illnesses recently. However, one physician believes he understands what lies behind nearly 200 pulmonary illness and one death from vaping or e-cigarette use. One pulmonary physician believes that formaldehyde, along with a chemical that … [Read more...] about Doctors Believe Vape Illnesses Caused by Formaldehyde
Severe Breathing Problems Linked to E-Cigarettes
The use of e-cigarettes, also known as “vaping,” has been in the news in recent months, especially as they relate to adolescents and teenagers. Not only are e-cigarettes addictive, but they also have unknown ingredients that may be harmful to users. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is in the process of … [Read more...] about Severe Breathing Problems Linked to E-Cigarettes
E-Cigarette Illness Claims Its First Victim and Officials Have Few Answers
On Aug. 23, the enigmatic e-cigarette illness claimed its first victim in Illinois. A resident of the state had recently used an e-cigarette and was hospitalized with severe lung illness where they then died. This death is believed to be linked to an outbreak of e-cigarette illness cases across the nation. Difficulty Defining The … [Read more...] about E-Cigarette Illness Claims Its First Victim and Officials Have Few Answers
200 Cases of Infections Caused by Vaping
ABC.com reported that 200 people from 22 states in the U.S. have fallen ill with an infection due to vaping. Federal agencies have teamed together in response to the surge in illness credited to vaping to try to determine why people are falling ill and how to combat the growing epidemic of injuries and illness tied to the latest … [Read more...] about 200 Cases of Infections Caused by Vaping
The Teen E-Cigarette Vaping Epidemic
MILTON, WISCONSIN – As reported in an online article published by www.hngnews.com, e-cigarette use among adolescents, teenagers, and young adults has become a nationwide epidemic. E-cigarettes originally entered the marketplace as a smoking cessation product for adults to help them quit smoking tobacco cigarettes. However, … [Read more...] about The Teen E-Cigarette Vaping Epidemic
FDA Seeks Recall of 44 E-cigarette Products
UNITED STATES – As reported in an online news article published by itresearchbrief.com, the FDA has issued warning letters to e-cigarette manufacturers, demanding the recall of 44 e-cigarette products for failure to have mandatory marketing authorizations. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently sent warning … [Read more...] about FDA Seeks Recall of 44 E-cigarette Products
FDA Investigates Vaping Seizures
UNITED STATES – As reported in an online news article published by www.cnbc.com, an FDA investigation is underway to determine the link between vaping and seizures amid reports of at least 127 seizures. In April 2019, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) began investigating e-cigarette usage (“vaping”) and … [Read more...] about FDA Investigates Vaping Seizures
FDA Fights E-Cigarette and Vaping Epidemic
UNITED STATES – According to an online article published by www.cbsnews.com, the FDA has launched a television advertisement campaign featuring a magician to fight the e-cigarette epidemic. As e-cigarettes become increasingly popular, especially among teenagers and young adults, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) … [Read more...] about FDA Fights E-Cigarette and Vaping Epidemic
JUUL Drawing Ire of FDA
UNITED STATES – According to information published online at tobaccofreekids.org, the e-cigarette maker JUUL is drawing the ire of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and anti-tobacco organizations for the ways in which the company has allegedly targeted youth. Organizations are seeking intervention from the government and … [Read more...] about JUUL Drawing Ire of FDA
New York E-Cigarette Bill Signed By Governor Cuomo
A historic new bill has been signed in New York by Governor Andrew Cuomo regarding the purchase of e-cigarettes and tobacco products this Tuesday. The New York e-cigarette bill has been presented as a bill for the public health of New York in order to prevent more adults and teens from becoming addicted to tobacco products of any … [Read more...] about New York E-Cigarette Bill Signed By Governor Cuomo
E-Cigarette Companies Require FDA Approval
UNITED STATES – As reported in online news articles published by yournewsnet.comand www.cardiovascularbusiness.com, a federal court has ordered e-cigarette companies to comply with a 10-month deadline to apply to the FDA for review of their products and approval to continue selling those products. A federal district judge has … [Read more...] about E-Cigarette Companies Require FDA Approval
FDA’s Efforts to Regulate E-Cigarettes
UNITED STATES – As reported online by www.fda.gov, the FDA is taking steps to heighten regulations placed on the advertising and sale of e-cigarettes. Electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), also known as, among others, e-cigarettes and vape pens, are an alternative to smoking tobacco cigarettes. While e-cigarettes may … [Read more...] about FDA’s Efforts to Regulate E-Cigarettes
San Francisco Proposes E-Cigarette Ban
SAN FRANCISCO, CA — CBS This Morning broadcast a report about San Francisco’s efforts to ban e-cigarettes. Government officials in San Francisco told reporters the goal of the ban is to take e-cigarettes out of the hands of teenagers and middle school-aged kids. E-cigarette use among middle school pupils has risen about 40% over the … [Read more...] about San Francisco Proposes E-Cigarette Ban
E-Cigarette Injury of a Teen Reminds Agencies of The Industry’s Risks
Electronic cigarettes, commonly referred to as e-cigarettes or “Vapes” are continually advertised as a safer and healthier alternative to traditional tobacco products to many adults trying to quit smoking. Unfortunately, as a teen from Ely, Nevada has discovered, an e-cigarette injury can be far more immediately damaging than the … [Read more...] about E-Cigarette Injury of a Teen Reminds Agencies of The Industry’s Risks
Teen Suffers Vape Pen Explosion Injuries
A seventeen-year-old boy from Nevada had asked his mother to purchase him a vape pen – an electronic cigarette device – to help him stop smoking. His mother obliged, but neither Adams nor his mother could foresee what would happen next. One day while Adams was using his vape pen, the pen suddenly and without warning exploded in his … [Read more...] about Teen Suffers Vape Pen Explosion Injuries
FDA Investigating E-Cigarettes Linked to Seizures
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced that it is investigating reports of seizures in e-cigarette users. The reports received by the agency to date include seizure events in children and young adults using e-cigarettes and vape pens. FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb and FDA Principal Deputy Commissioner Amy … [Read more...] about FDA Investigating E-Cigarettes Linked to Seizures
FDA: E-Cigarette Users Reporting Seizures
E-cigarette users, particularly youth and young adults, have been reporting seizures to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, according to an FDA statement released April 3, 2019. The FDA said it was investigating the potential association between e-cigarettes and seizures, and the agency called for additional voluntary reporting of … [Read more...] about FDA: E-Cigarette Users Reporting Seizures
E-Cigarette Seizures Spark FDA Investigation of E-Liquids
E-cigarettes are marketed to smokers and others as a “safer” more user-friendly alternative to traditional combustible tobacco. On this promise, e-cigarette use has soared, particularly among young adults and teenagers. Despite these claims, however, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to unearth evidence that these … [Read more...] about E-Cigarette Seizures Spark FDA Investigation of E-Liquids
E-Cigarette Explodes in Man’s Pocket leading to Serious Injuries
LARCHMONT, NY – According to abc7ny.com, a man suffered severe burns on Monday morning when the battery in his e-cigarette exploded in his pocket. The incident took place in Westchester County, New York. The Larchmont police were called to the scene of the incident at about 8:30 in the morning and arrived to find the victim with … [Read more...] about E-Cigarette Explodes in Man’s Pocket leading to Serious Injuries
Doctors Question the Contents of Juul E-Cigarettes as Teen Usage Rises
SAN FRANCISCO, CA- According to Nbcnews.com, high school students are becoming addicted to Juuls and e-cigarettes at an alarming rate. Some students talk about being introduced to the product by other teens and trying it without even understanding what the product is or that it is highly addictive. Juuls only became available on … [Read more...] about Doctors Question the Contents of Juul E-Cigarettes as Teen Usage Rises
Are Juul E-Cigarettes More Addictive Than Tobacco Cigarettes?
USA- Seeker.com reports that Juul, the major seller of e-cigarettes, could be creating a higher rate of teen addiction than traditional tobacco cigarettes. Juul is now selling about two-thirds of the e-cigarettes on the market, and the company has faced scrutiny for the product’s popularity among America’s youth. The study, which … [Read more...] about Are Juul E-Cigarettes More Addictive Than Tobacco Cigarettes?
E-Cigarettes Increase Cardiovascular Risk As Much As Cigarettes Do
The history of electronic cigarettes (also called “e-cigs”) may go back several decades, but these electronic devices have gained a lot of popularity in recent years as an alternative to traditional tobacco cigarettes and cigars. There is a myriad of reasons why use of these devices has increased: some see e-cigs, “vape pens,” and … [Read more...] about E-Cigarettes Increase Cardiovascular Risk As Much As Cigarettes Do
Are Your E-Cigarettes Damaging Your Blood Vessels?
In a recent article from Med Page Today, the authors note that a study revealed that even short-term exposure to electronic cigarette (or e-cigarette) flavorings could negatively impact endothelial cells. Laboratory studies suggest that, with frequent use, these substances could impede blood vessels over extended periods of time and … [Read more...] about Are Your E-Cigarettes Damaging Your Blood Vessels?
Electronic Cigarettes
Get Help With Your E-Cigarette Lawsuit Tests conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have found that two popular brands of e-cigarettes electronic cigarettes contained carcinogens and other dangerous substances. Most e-cigarette users would be shocked at the materials found in these devices, including a highly toxic … [Read more...] about Electronic Cigarettes
E-Cigarettes with Nicotine May Lead to Heart Attack or Stroke
E-Cigarettes Can Cause Heart Attack And Stroke. A new study reveals e-cigarettes, considered by many to be a healthier alternative to regular cigarettes, may increase your risk of heart attack and stroke if they contain nicotine. In a medical university in Stockholm, the Karolinska Institute, researchers found that vaping devices … [Read more...] about E-Cigarettes with Nicotine May Lead to Heart Attack or Stroke
Reports of Exploding E-Cigarettes Raise Safety Concerns
There were 25 reports of E-Cigarettes exploding or setting fire in 2014. Reports of exploding e-cigarettes have added to concerns over the devices, which have become increasingly popular in their time on the market. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, there were 25 reports of e-cigarettes exploding or setting fire in 2014. The … [Read more...] about Reports of Exploding E-Cigarettes Raise Safety Concerns
Commissioner Says E-Cigs Need To Be Regulated
A Swift Action to Regulate E-cigarettes In a New York Times op-ed article, former FDA Commissioner David A. Kessler and Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids president Matthew L. Myers emphasize that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) needs to take swift action to regulate e-cigarettes. While the agency has had the power to … [Read more...] about Commissioner Says E-Cigs Need To Be Regulated
E-cigarette Users May Be Exposed to Dangerous Chemicals
E-cigarette Injury Lawsuits. Chemicals used to flavor e-cigarette liquid, such as diacetyl, as well as alpha-diketone, 2,3-butanedione, alpha-diketone, 2,3-butanedione, 2,3-pentanedione, and acetyl propionyl, are among the chemicals used to flavor e-cigarette vapor. The flavorings, which are inhaled, may be responsible for diagnoses … [Read more...] about E-cigarette Users May Be Exposed to Dangerous Chemicals
Children’s Exposure to E-Cigarette Vaping Liquid
Children's Exposure To E-Cigarette Vaping Liquid Have Increased. Calls to poison control centers have dramatically increased with incidents of accidental exposure to vaping liquids by young children. During a 40-month period from 2012 to 2014 there was an approximate 1,500% increase in poison control calls of e-cigarette incidents … [Read more...] about Children’s Exposure to E-Cigarette Vaping Liquid
Diacetyl in E-Cig Flavoring Linked to Popcorn Lung
E-Cigarette Flavoring Linked To Diseases. Researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health have identified a chemical linked to respiratory disease in e-cigarettes, the Harvard Gazette reports. Environmental Health Perspectives published the study, which found that 75 percent of 51 tested e-cigarettes contained … [Read more...] about Diacetyl in E-Cig Flavoring Linked to Popcorn Lung
