Vaping Linked to Cancer in Mice, NYU Study Says

Conducted by researchers at NYU Langone, the study is the first to link vaping to cancer.

Mina Mohammadi, Deputy News Editor • October 18, 2019

In the first study to link vaping to lung cancer, researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center found that e-cigarette vapor can cause lung cancer in mice. Professor Moon-Shong...

Vaping Flavorless in New York After Statewide Ban

Last week, Governor Andrew Cuomo instituted a ban on flavored e-cigarettes (yes, that includes Juuls).

Wendy Wang, Contributing Writer • September 24, 2019

“Oh, maybe I should chill,” Brian Dela Rosa said after hearing about New York State’s move to ban flavored e-cigarettes last week, amid a rise in serious vaping-related illnesses. Dela...

FDA Is Too Late for JUUL Addicted Teens

Tyler Crews, Opinion Editor • March 26, 2018

The FDA will reduce the nicotine levels in cigarettes but they're probably too late for teens addicted to JUULs.

The Hypocrisy of Vaping

Mert Erenel, Staff Writer • February 27, 2018

People who vape are hypocritical in viewing their vice as healthier and superior to cigarette smoking.

Hamilton Admits University Bungled NYUAD Visa Denials

Mack DeGeurin, News Editor • February 12, 2018

President Hamilton recently released a letter addressing concerns over recent visa denials for faculty members attempting to travel to NYU Abu Dhabi.

Vaping Effects Don’t Just Go Up in Smoke

, WSN Editorial Board • February 7, 2018

Banning vaping in NYU buildings is not enough to address the e-cigarettes craze. NYU should warn students about the effects of vaping and establish resources for e-cigarette addictions.

NYU Study Suggests Vaping Increases Risk of Cancer and Heart Diseases

Mariana Castro and Christine Lee • February 6, 2018

While the number of young people smoking e-cigrattes continues to rise, a new study released by NYU researchers shows how these smokers may be jeopardizing their health. The study, which exposed lab rats to 12 straight weeks of nicotine vapor, suggests smokers may be at an increased risks of heart disease and cancer.

Juul Electronic Cigarettes: The Biggest New Craze on Campus?

Alex Domb, Deputy News Editor • October 27, 2017

With the increased usage of e-cigarettes comes a new craze: the Juul. NYU students have mixed feelings about one of the biggest e-cigarettes on campus.

E-cigarette commercials for children must stop

April 15, 2014

Limiting e-cigarette advertisements is a justified and reasonable measure in ensuring that they are used in ways that best promote public health.

Group hopes to overturn e-cigarette ban

March 31, 2014

The New York City Citizens Lobbying Against Smoker Harassment, has filed suit in the New York County Supreme Court over the ban on e-cigarettes overturned.

Students, professors split on Bloomberg’s e-cigarette ban

January 29, 2014

The e-cigarette ban was one of Bloomberg's many health initiatives.

E-cigarettes need federal regulation to reach right consumers

September 30, 2013

E-cigarettes should be federally regulated in order to encourage smokers to opt for a healthier alternative and to ensure that these addictive substances are out of the reach of children.