Some people have been led to believe that vaping is completely safe. However, there are significant risks to be aware of — especially for young people.

Vapes contain a number of chemicals, metals and ultrafine particles. These are poisonous when heated to form an aerosol and then inhaled. Because of their chemical ingredients, certain popular flavors — such as cinnamon, vanilla, butter and mint — are especially harmful.

Also, if your child is exposed to e-liquids through the mouth, eye or skin contact, they can experience nicotine poisoning, resulting in vomiting, seizures, brain injury or death.

More and more, nicotine and other chemicals in vapes are being tied to an increasing heart rate and blood pressure and the risk of heart attack and stroke, as well as inflammation, asthma and wheezing. They also can cause inflammatory processes and depress immune function in lungs, and are associated with chronic bronchitis and a reduced ability to fight off bacterial and viral infections.

A dangerous new lung condition called “Evali” is induced only by vaping, and it causes injury, illness, and death.