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SpainEconomy6 days ago

Agustin Valido, pulmonologist: Nicotine impacts on learning, memory and behaviour in young people

Dr. Agustin Valido, head of the Pulmonology Service at Hospital Virgen Macarena in Seville, discusses the dangers of e-cigarettes and vaping devices, particularly their effects on young people. He highlights the toxic substances present in these products and warns of their potential impact on various bodily systems, including the heart, immune system, and neurological functions. Valido emphasizes that while the full effects on youth are still being studied, the products are not harmless and can lead to illness and addiction.

15/06/2026 a las 23:39h.

Agustín Valido observa cada día las consecuencias del tabaco, su sempiterno enemigo, y por ello no puede más que lamentarse de la irrupción de un nuevo 'aliado' aún más peligroso por su piel de cordero. Doctor jefe del Servicio de Neumología del hospital Virgen Macarena ... de Sevilla, reconoce que aún es pronto para conocer los efectos en la juventud de los cigarrillos electrónicos y vapeadores, pero se detiene a enumerar todos esos tóxicos que contienen y los riesgos que conllevan. No sólo van al pulmón, sino que a través de la sangre recorren todo el organismo humano afectando al corazón, al sistema inmunitario y al neurológico. No es inocuo. Es capaz de generar enfermedades y crea adicción.

Cigarrillo electrónico

Adolescentes

Consumo

Tabaco

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ABC (España)IndependentCenter6 days ago
Agustin Valido, pulmonologist: Nicotine impacts on learning, memory and behaviour in young people

Dr. Agustin Valido, head of the Pulmonology Service at Hospital Virgen Macarena in Seville, discusses the dangers of e-cigarettes and vaping devices, particularly their effects on young people. He highlights the toxic substances present in these products and warns of their potential impact on various bodily systems, including the heart, immune system, and neurological functions. Valido emphasizes that while the full effects on youth are still being studied, the products are not harmless and can lead to illness and addiction.

Bias read (Center): The article presents medical concerns regarding e-cigarette usage among adolescents without overtly favoring any political stance. It focuses on health risks and does not include commentary or framing that suggests a political bias.

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  • organisation Hospital Virgen Macarena
ABC (España)IndependentCenter6 days ago
The invisible epidemic behind the Andalusian smoke screen: one in two teenagers use e-cigarettes

The article discusses the hidden epidemic of e-cigarette use among adolescents in Andalucía, Spain, highlighting concerns over the growing trend and its potential consequences.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual overview of e-cigarette usage among adolescents without overtly favoring any particular perspective. It does not include explicit ideological language or biased sourcing.

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  • organisationHospital Virgen Macarena