The use of e-cigarettes in front of children and pregnant women poses many hazards and must be strictly prohibited. The following are specific precautions:
Precautions for using e-cigarettes in front of children
Do not use: E-cigarettes contain harmful components such as nicotine, flavoring, propylene glycol, and glycerin. Children are in the developmental stage, and inhaling e-cigarette smoke can irritate the respiratory tract mucosa, causing symptoms such as breathing difficulties and coughing. It may also damage the nervous system, leading to irritability, anxiety, and impulsiveness, which can affect their studies and lives. Long-term use can harm brain development, increase the risk of addiction, and even cause respiratory problems and cardiovascular damage.
Environmental management: Parents should avoid using e-cigarettes in front of children and ensure that no e-cigarette products are stored at home to prevent children from coming into contact with them. Children can be made aware of the dangers of e-cigarettes and develop healthy living habits through popular science lectures, pictures, videos and other means.
Precautions for using e-cigarettes in front of pregnant women
Absolutely prohibited: Harmful substances such as nicotine and carbon monoxide in e-cigarettes can enter the lungs of pregnant women through their respiratory tracts, irritate the lung mucosa, and increase the risk of diseases such as bronchitis and pneumonia. Nicotine can also cause a decrease in the blood oxygen concentration of pregnant women, leading to fetal ischemia and hypoxia, affecting the normal development of the fetus, and even causing malformations or miscarriages. In addition, the harmful substances in e-cigarettes may also stimulate the nervous system of pregnant women, causing emotional problems such as anxiety, irritability and depression.
Protective measures: Pregnant women should stay away from smoking areas and avoid exposure to e-cigarette smoke. Family members should also avoid using e-cigarettes in front of pregnant women to create a smoke-free environment for them. During pregnancy, pregnant women should pay attention to a balanced diet, consume more foods rich in protein and vitamins, and follow the doctor's advice to have regular prenatal check-ups to monitor the growth and development of the fetus.