A recent study by Zaman and colleagues at Louisiana State University found that thirdhand vape residue may interfere with lung development at an early age. Newborn mice exposed to vape-contaminated carpet and fabric showed changes in lung inflammation, structure, and development. Some mice also experienced impaired lung function as adults, suggesting that residue left behind by vaping indoors may pose lasting risks to developing lungs. This research highlights that exposure to surfaces and fabrics contaminated by thirdhand vape residue may affect health, even after active vaping has stopped.
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