Amid an outbreak of lung injury cases, there’s a new spotlight on the dangers of vaping, a practice that’s been marketed as an alternative to smoking.
NPR health correspondent Allison Aubrey explains, with the story of one teenager whose vaping habit landed her in the ER. Follow host Maddie Sofia on Twitter @maddie_sofia. Email the show at shortwave@npr.org.
This episode was produced by Brit Hanson and Brent Baughman and edited by Viet Le.
Short Wave Podcast
It’s science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.