In this informational panel presentation, hear from three perspectives on the health impacts and addiction related to vaping. Christy D’Ambrosio, a mother whose son was hospitalized in critical condition due to vaping, shares her story. Dr. Elisa Tong provides an overview of how to identify vaping and e-cigarette products (are devices hidden in plain sight?), as well as a summary of some of the known health impacts, a history of these products and policies related to this rapidly growing industry. Cari Shulkin, Tobacco Treatment Specialist, gives insight into how to talk to friends, family or patients about quitting vaping as well as a look into what resources are available to help people quit these products.
