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E-Cigarettes & Vaping

The American Lung Association is very concerned that we are at risk of losing another generation to tobacco-caused diseases as the result of e-cigarettes.

The Surgeon General reports e-cigarette use among youth is a significant public health concern and steps must be taken by parents, educators and especially policymakers to discourage use of e-cigarettes. Learn more about e-cigarettes lung health risks and get downloadable resources for parents, schools and teens.

E-cigarettes and Lung Health

Find answers to common questions about e-cigarettes, including health consequences, risks of secondhand emissions, kids and e-cigarettes and FDA oversight.

What’s in an E-Cigarette?

It's not just harmless water vapor. Find out with the "e-juice" that fills vape cartridges is aerosolized contains.

The Impact of E-Cigarettes on the Lungs

There's evolving evidence about the health risks and impact of e-cigarettes on the lungs.

E-Cigarette Resources

You'll find links to other websites, reports, educational materials, toolkits and more information on e-cigarettes.

Quit Don't Switch

Despite what e-cigarette companies, including Juul want you to believe, switching to vaping (e-cigarettes) is not quitting smoking.

For Healthcare Providers

This guidance is intended to support healthcare providers in their understanding and tracking of e-cigarette and vaping product use.

E-cigarettes & Vaping: What You Should Know

Information on e-cigarettes, "vapes" and JUULs to learn more about what they are, why kids use them and health risks.

For Parents | For Teens | For Schools

Page last updated: September 28, 2023

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