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Vaping is the act of inhaling and exhaling an aerosol, often referred to as vapor, which is produced by an e-cigarette or similar device. The term is used because e-cigarettes do not produce tobacco smoke, but rather an aerosol, often mistaken for water vapor, that actually consists of fine particles. Many of these particles contain varying amounts of toxic chemicals, which have been linked to heart and respiratory diseases and cancer.
E-cigarettes are designed to simulate the feeling of smoking without burning tobacco. They are typically made up of a battery, a heating element, and a place to hold a liquid. This liquid, sometimes called e-juice or vape juice, usually contains nicotine, flavorings, and other chemicals. When the device heats up, it turns the liquid into the vapor that is inhaled into the lungs.
Vaping has gained popularity, particularly among teens and young adults, partially due to the perception that it is a safer alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes. However, health authorities, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO), caution against its potential health risks, particularly as some of the long-term effects are still unknown.