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Lung Association Bolsters The Vape Warnings

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The American Lung Associationwas already warning people about the dangers of using electronic smoking devices, or vaping.  Then came the reports of people being hospitalized and even dying after vaping, and the concern ratcheted up considerably. 

Oregon and California both report two deaths each from a national toll of a dozen or more, with more than 800 people injured by alive.  An ALA rep visits to remind us of the mechanics of vaping, and the concerns about the practice.  

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The Jefferson Exchange is Jefferson Public Radio's daily news program focused on issues, people and events across Southern Oregon and Northern California. Angela Decker is the program's senior producer, Charlie Zimmermann is the assistant producer, and Geoffrey Riley hosts the show.