Just logic will tell you theres no way that doesnt put you at increase risk for more severe disease, Dr. McGee said. She said one explanation on why these teens are catching the virus more frequently is because of the aerosol expelled when vaping. Just being around someone who is vaping, if they have coronavirus, could increase their risks, McGee said. Dr. McGee said, socially the early 20-somethings tend to act the same as pediatric patients and therefore have the same risks. Some risk factors for teens vaping includes:- Having parents who smoke or vape- Misconception that its better than smokingEven though the fear of the coronavirus may not interest them, Dr. Mcgee said to have a conversation about how vaping can hurt them.

AURORA, Co. If you think your teen or young adult doesnt vape or vaping is safer than cigarettes, you might want to think again. Experts say its logical that vaping could cause COVID-19 to be more severe. Internet searches for vaping and COVID-19 peaked in March, but then dropped off, and in the Latino community, fewer people searched for information despite a surge in vaping among Latinos. Research shows the number of kids who started vaping at 14 or younger has tripled in the past five years. Kids often think vaping is less harmful than cigarettes.