EP 967B - Nationwide Outbreak of Vaping Illnesses: Get the Facts




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Summary: Karen M. Wilson, MD, MPH, joins Dr. Roizen to discuss vaping technology, the ingredients that are included in the cartridges, and why the vaping process has become so dangerous.The "vaping crisis" is not an overstatement of what's been happening across the country. Individuals, teens included, are becoming ill and even dying. What is behind all of these cases? Karen M. Wilson, MD, MPH, joins Dr. Roizen to discuss vaping technology, the ingredients that are included in the cartridges, and why the vaping process has become so dangerous. She also notes that e-cigarettes were not designed as a smoking cessation tool -- and they are also not approved by the FDA to hold that label. Plus, "bootleg" cartridges that are being manufactured by rogue companies or individuals, compounding the confusion surrounding vaping safety. Listen in to get the facts on vaping and vaping illnesses. Want better health and nutrition? Now you can get personalized supplement recommendations and custom vitamin packs delivered to your door! Go to PersonaNutrition.com/Roizen and take your free assessment and get 50% off your order today. - sponsor   Bonus Get Better Sleep and 5 More Ways to Help Lower Your Alzheimer’s Risk