Nearly 25% of all U.S. middle and high school students said they recently had been exposed to the vapors from another person’s electronic cigarette. The long-term impact on health of this kind of exposure is not yet known. However, it is known that e-cigarette aerosols may contain, nicotine, heavy metals, formaldehyde, ultrafine particles, and acetaldehyde–each one potentially dangerous to health.
LifeTip: It is important for all to avoid exposure to the aerosols of e-cigarettes—and to support the inclusion of these devices in indoor clean air regulations. Watch “Overcome Addictions Naturally” with Dr. David DeRose for more recommendations.
Adapted from PositiveChoices.com
