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Tobacco smoking in India kills 900,000 people a year, a figure that is expected to rise to one million by 2010

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Who would potentially benefit from e-cigarettes

May affect teens behavior, concentration, memory and their ability to learn Increases risk of low impulse control Chronic nicotine exposure may lead to insulin resistance & type 2 diabetes Inhaled nicotine increases heart rate and blood pressure Nicotine is highly addictive Nicotine acts as a gateway drug and primes the brain so things like cocaine and heroin are more rewarding Exacerbate asthma & other lung conditions Releases unsafe levels of lead, chromium, manganese, and/or nickel into the lungs & environment Increased risk of lung, bladder cancer Increased risk of heart disease Persistent cough, bronchitis, congestion/phlegm Mental Health: strong relationship between youth smoking and depression, anxiety and stress

Nearly all youth who vape (97%) use flavored products