Teenagers who play team sports are more likely to vape, study shows

BOSTON – Teenagers who play team sports are more likely to smoke e-cigarettes, according to new research.

E-cigarettes increase the risk of respiratory problems, which in rare cases can be fatal.

A study published in the journal Pediatrics examined more than 30,000 high school students and found that children who participated in team sports were less likely to smoke, but more likely to use e-cigarettes than other children. I understand.

In general, teens seem to be under the impression that e-cigarettes are less harmful and less addictive than regular cigarettes.

Marika Marshall, M.D.

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