The Problem Of Teenage Vaping

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The white cloud of smoke jerked me out of my thoughts. It was a bus for crying out loud! What is this kid, like 16? It seems the hot new topic for debates is the issue of Vaping. Vapes were originally created to help smokers quit smoking, but now they have posed a problem. High school students vaping, Vape abuse, nicotine abuse and even Marijuana usage are all problems related to Vapes. Most students think it’s “cool” to Vape or it will even make you more popular or get you the girl. High School seniors were interviewed by Richard Miech to determine the real percentage of Teenage Vaping. One in ten High School seniors admitted to Vaping at least once in the past year. Some Vapers complained of sore and bleeding mouths, slow to heal.

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