American Heart Association says Vaping Industry faces a triple threat: Science, Advocacy, Community Action
November 16, 2019
Philadelphia, PA – The American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives, today announced an aggressive, three-pronged initiative involving research, policy advocacy and youth activation intended to urgently address the epidemic of youth e-cigarette use.
The initiative, launched as 1 in 4 high school students nationwide report using e-cigarettes, has three central components.
American Heart Association announces sweeping research investment, policy advocacy fund and youth activation campaign demanding “Big Vape” to #QuitLying (American Heart Association)
American Heart Association Responds to Latest News from CDC on E-cigarette Related Lung Injury
November 9, 2019
Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Friday, November 8th, 2019, the CDC released a new report, stating that vitamin E acetate, an additive sometimes used in THC and other vaping products, may be to blame for a national outbreak of e-cigarette-related lung injuries that’s linked to dozens of deaths.
There have been 2,051 cases of lung illness reported in 49 states, Washington, D.C. and the Virgin Islands. As of November 5th, there have been 39 confirmed deaths.
Closeup of woman smoking electronic cigarette outdoor. (American Heart Association)
