Juul

Juul is an American electronic cigarette company that was founded in 2015. The company quickly gained popularity for its sleek design and its use of nicotine salts, which provide a more satisfying experience than traditional e-cigarettes. Juul's popularity among teenagers led to a crackdown by the FDA on flavored vapes, which ultimately contributed to the company's decline.

Vaping

Vaping is the act of inhaling and exhaling an aerosol, typically containing nicotine, produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device. Vaping has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly among young people. However, there is growing concern about the potential health risks associated with vaping, including lung illness and addiction.

Flavored Vapes

Flavored vapes are electronic cigarettes that contain nicotine and flavorings. These flavors, such as mango, mint, and cucumber, are often marketed to appeal to young people. The FDA has cracked down on flavored vapes in an effort to reduce youth vaping, but this has led to a surge in less regulated, often untested, disposable vapes.

Disposable Vapes

Disposable vapes are electronic cigarettes that are designed to be used once and then discarded. These vapes are often cheaper and more convenient than traditional e-cigarettes, making them appealing to young people. However, disposable vapes are often less regulated than traditional e-cigarettes, and there is concern about the potential health risks associated with their use.

Shenzhen

Shenzhen is a city in Guangdong province, China. It is known as a major hub for technology and manufacturing, and it is home to many of the world's largest electronics companies, including Foxconn, which manufactures iPhones. Shenzhen is also a major center for the production of e-cigarettes, with a neighborhood known as Vapor Valley specializing in the manufacture of disposable vapes.

FDA

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a federal agency responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation's food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. The FDA has been involved in regulating the vaping industry, including issuing bans on flavored vapes and requiring premarket authorization for e-cigarettes.

THC Vapes

THC vapes are electronic cigarettes that contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound in marijuana. THC vapes are often sold on the black market and are not regulated by the FDA. The use of THC vapes has been linked to a number of cases of lung illness.

Harm Reduction

Harm reduction is a public health approach that aims to reduce the negative consequences of risky behaviors, such as drug use and smoking. Harm reduction strategies can include providing access to safer alternatives, such as e-cigarettes, and reducing the stigma associated with these behaviors.

Smoking Cessation

Smoking cessation is the process of quitting smoking. There are a number of different methods that can be used to help people quit smoking, including nicotine replacement therapy, counseling, and support groups. Vaping has been shown to be an effective tool for smoking cessation, but there are concerns about the potential long-term health risks associated with vaping.