It's Time to Vaporize Vaping

As of September 26th, 2019 there have been 12 deaths caused by vaping.

“The number of people with lung illnesses linked to vaping has risen to 805, from last week’s figure of 530 cases, and 12 people have died, compared to a total of seven last week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Thursday.” From an article posted on The New York Times website on Sept. 26, 2019. Updated on Sept. 27, 2019.

An article that was posted on September 30th, 2019 from NBC news stated that there was the first death in Nebraska, bringing the national death toll to at least 15. The first death in Nebraska was a mother of two. One of her daughters spoke about it saying that vaping “took my mom away from me.”

Some symptoms of nicotine addiction include cravings or feeling like you really need to use tobacco, going out of your way to get tobacco, feeling anxious or irritable if you want to use tobacco but can’t, or continuing to use tobacco because you find it hard to stop.

While it is an addiction, there is help. If you or someone you know is experiencing one or more of these symptoms, text “VTVAPEFREE” to 88709 and get free advice, tips, and inspiration. It’s completely anonymous and can help vaporize your addiction.