Hi TIS Teams! This month I wanted to share a quick update on some of the latest evidence about the harms of vaping. Research in this area is growing rapidly, and new studies continue to shed light on how e-cigarettes (vapes) affect health. Most studies so far focus on short-term use, as vapes are still quite new. However, because they contain many of the same toxic chemicals as cigarettes, there are concerns that the long-term effects are similar to smoking.

Take Home Message for TIS Teams

The evidence around vaping continues to grow, and while many studies are still short-term, we are increasingly seeing that vaping carries risks similar to smoking (such as peptic ulcer disease). While we cannot always say vaping directly causes these problems, quitting has clear health benefits. TIS teams can play an important role by promoting messages that encourage people to avoid or quit vaping, sharing tailored messaging for priority populations such as pregnant women, and using trusted, evidence-based sources when talking about the health risks of vaping.

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