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Smoking, Vaping, and COVID-19

March 25, 2020 By Phil Huerta

How does Vaping or Smoking put someone at greater risk for contracting COVID-19?

We did the digging so that you don’t have to! 

Photo Courtesy of: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/teens-vaping-and-coronavirus-is-there-a-connection/

This week, ASAP has received several emails regarding COVID-19 and how it relates to our efforts to reduce smoking and/or vaping in our community.

“Evidence suggests that, since smoking is harmful to the lungs, smokers who are exposed to the virus are likely to have more severe problems than nonsmokers,” says Molly Moilanen of ClearWay Minnesota. “It is more important than ever for commercial tobacco users to have access to quitting resources, so they may possibly reduce their risk of serious complications if exposed to the virus.”

The same can be said of E-Cigarette/Vape users. “Studies show adverse short-term health effects of using e-cigarettes on cardiovascular and lung health,” Moilanen reminded communities. It is known that people are at greater risk for contracting and experiencing life-threatening symptoms of COVID-19 if they suffer from lung and cardiovascular issues (such as asthma, COPD, or heart disease). By “vaping,” you are adding unneccessary stress to your organs that need to be in prime condition during this time in our country. 

If you are struggling to make the change and quit tobacco, there are people to help! Free smoking/vaping cessation services are available from the following organizations: 

 

  • 1-800-QUIT-NOW
    • Find them online at www.quitplan.com (until 4/1) and www.quitpartnermn.com (after 4/1)
  • Text DITCHJUUL to 88709
    • Find them online at www.thetruth.com

 

Want to know more about the basics of E-Cigarettes and Vaping Devices? Check out our resource page for more information as well as tips on how to talk to your youth about it! 

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