Doctor warns of ‘youth vape epidemic’ as FDA fights vaping industry – NBC Chicago

The Supreme Court heard arguments between the FDA and vape manufacturers Triton Distribution and Vapestasia over the FDA’s refusal to approve flavored e-cigarettes due to public health concerns, with a focus on flavors like milk and cookies and pineapple express. Doctors at Lurie Children’s Hospital highlighted the addictive nature of vapes and negative impacts of nicotine on young patients, while only 34 vapes are FDA-approved amid a flood of illegal products from China. Law enforcement agencies struggle to differentiate legal from illegal e-cigarettes, prompting calls for stricter regulations and enforcement from U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart.

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