Impact of E-cigarette Use on the Body

This study examines how electronic (e)-cigarette use impacts the body, by studying both users and non-users of e-cigarettes. Early evidence indicates that e-cig users experience adverse health effects. Results of this study may help policy-makers develop standards for different types of tobacco.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: Examine the short-term impacts of vaping on pulmonary and respiratory outcomes. OUTLINE: Current e-cigarette users will vape their own e-cigarette device ad libitum for 30 minutes; non-users will watch a neutral video for 30 minutes. Before and after the 30 minute vaping \[video\] session, participants will undergo the following assessments: computer-based spirometry testing, nitric oxide breath testing, airwave oscillometry, and an assessment of endothelial function. Participants will also undergo collection of blood.