US EditionVirginia schools see alarming rise in young students vaping nicotine, marijuana
- Loyda Cordero Faliero, a 39-year-old from Franklinville, New York, suffered severe lung damage linked to vaping and required surgery in early 2025.
- Her condition developed after switching from cigarettes to vaping about 18 months prior, as vaping toxins accumulated in her lungs and caused pulmonary bullae.
- Doctors warned that ruptured pulmonary sacs could cause fatal internal bleeding, leading Loyda to stop physical activity and sleep sitting up until surgery on April 30.
- Although vaping reduces exposure to some cigarette toxins, research links it to lung disease and heart risks, and experts agree vaping carries significant, not fully known, health dangers.
- Loyda’s case illustrates potential vaping harms and suggests that despite some perceived safety, vaping can cause serious, irreversible health problems requiring urgent medical intervention.
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The Scottish SunMum who switched to vaping after smoking 20 years ‘left on deathbed’ year later
A MUM who was “proud” to quit smoking after 20 years has been “left on her deathbed” and will die if she lies down – after taking up vaping for a year. Loyda Cordero Faliero, 39, says she made the switch from smoking cigarettes to vaping around 18 months ago because she “thought it would be the healthier option”. Kennedy Newsand MediaLoyda Cordero Faliero made the switch from cigarettes to vaping 18 months ago[/caption] Kennedy Newsand MediaBut …
Virginia schools see alarming rise in young students vaping nicotine, marijuana
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Virginia schools are facing a dangerous new vaping trend — and it’s not just about nicotine anymore. While nicotine vaping remains a serious issue, experts warn that more students are now turning to marijuana and synthetic cannabis — and they're doing it during the school day. Dr. Michelle Peace, a forensic science professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, has been studying vaping devices in schools since 2013. Her l…
One in ten 12-year-olds has vaped, government launches campaign
Nearly one in ten 12-year-olds has vaped at some point. This is evident from research by Motivaction, commissioned by the Ministry of Health. In the research, nearly 40 percent of 12 to 16-year-olds who vape say they are addicted to it. About a third of them vape daily. One in seven also finds it difficult to say no when offered a vape. One in six indicate that they sometimes feel pressured to vape. 1,064 parents and 760 children aged 12 to 16 p…
No watchdog, more risk: Vape misuse soars amid regulatory void
KUALA LUMPUR: The absence of a dedicated regulatory body overseeing the contents and quality of vape products in Malaysia is a significant factor contributing to their misuse, including the presence of illicit substances. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
How to Quit Vaping: A Step-by-Step Guide
Quitting vaping can be difficult, especially if you’ve gotten used to nicotine’s grip. Although vaping is often seen as a safer alternative to smoking, it can quickly turn into a habit that is hard to eliminate. Understanding the challenges of quitting, the obstacles you might face, and the best ways to succeed is key for […] The post How to Quit Vaping: A Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on TechBullion.
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