UPMC Docs Detail Teen's Health Scare, Warn 'You Can Get Very Sick Vaping'

In a study just published in the medical journal "Pediatrics," UPMC doctors detailed the case of an 18-year-old Pennsylvania teenager, a restaurant hostess, who recently started vaping.

• May 17, 2018

Teen Rushed To Pitt ER After Developing 'Wet Lung' From Vaping

A teen in Pittsburgh had to be placed on a breathing machine after doctors say she developed "wet lung" from vaping.

• May 17, 2018

Man Killed When Vape Pen Explodes, Sends Pieces Into His Skull

An autopsy report says a 38-year-old Florida man was killed by an exploding vape pen.

• May 16, 2018

Study: Vaping Just As Harmful As Smoking

If you're thinking electronic cigarettes are healthier than tobacco cigarettes, researchers say think again.

• Jun 13, 2017

Allegheny Co. Council Approves E-Cigarette Ban

Allegheny County Council approved legislation that will greatly restrict where people can use electronic cigarettes.

• Mar 8, 2017

Local Vape Shops Concerned Over New 40 Percent Tax

Some small business owners are worried that their companies will be crippled by a 40 percent wholesale tax being imposed on vapor smoking items.

• Aug 15, 2016

Vaping Explosions Can Be Avoided

It's called "vaping" and an estimated 2.5 million Americans use electronic cigarettes as an alternative to smoking the real thing.

• Nov 23, 2015

Vape Shops Growing In Pittsburgh Region

It's called vaping and is a popular alternative to smoking cigarettes.

• Mar 9, 2015