A closer look
Trends among the young paint a surprising picture: while the once-iconic cigarette and casual drink have slid down in popularity, a shimmering cloud of vapor has rushed in to take their place. Sleek devices with candy flavors give vaping an innocent disguise. But it hides a mystery—chemicals that aren’t fully understood, whispering unknown effects into developing lungs. It’s a reminder that just because something is new and stylish doesn’t mean it’s safe. One generation may be trading old hazards for new ones, with consequences still waiting at the edge of discovery.
