06/12/2026
Va**ng is often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking—but "safer" doesn't mean safe.
A recent review of research found that ni****ne-based e-cigarettes may be linked to biological changes associated with cancer, including DNA damage and chronic inflammation. While researchers continue to study the long-term effects, experts agree that va**ng is not risk-free, especially for young people whose brains and bodies are still developing.
As youth va**ng remains a concern, it's important for parents, educators, and trusted adults to have ongoing conversations about ni****ne addiction, marketing tactics, and the health risks associated with va**ng.
Read more here: https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/28/health/va**ng-smoking-ni****ne-cancer-wellness
