The Truth About Vaping: The Risks, Dangers, & Ways to Quit

In this episode, Dr. Jeremy London, a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon, warns about the serious health risks of vaping, drawn from years of treating young patients with life-threatening lung injuries, some requiring ECMO, a form of life support. While vaping may seem safer than smoking, it still delivers harmful chemicals, and the long-term effects remain unknown. Dr. London addresses and refutes five common pro-vaping arguments, including harm reduction, smoking cessation, and FDA oversight, emphasizing that vaping is not risk-free and may lead to even greater exposure due to frequent use. He stresses that quitting requires personal commitment, supported by proven methods like nicotine replacement therapy, and urges education to help people make informed decisions, calling vaping a growing public health crisis.

‍Studies Worth Exploring:

• ‍‍Cardiopulmonary Impact of Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Products: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37458...
• ‍Vaping and Lung Inflammation and Injury: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34724...
• ‍Vaping-Related Acute Parenchymal Lung Injury: A Systematic Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32442...‍
• A review of toxic effects of electronic cigarettes/vaping in adolescents and young adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32715...