About E-Cigarettes Whether it is the dramatic increase of youth use or the potential of quitting smoking, many people want to learn more about e-cigarettes. To learn more about youth and e-cigarettes, visit: Youth and E-Cigarettes. E-cigarettes are battery powered devices that heat e-liquid (usually containing nicotine, an addictive and dangerous drug)1 into an aerosol, which is then inhaled. The aerosol is sometimes mistakenly called “vapor,” but is not simply “water vapor.” While the standard term is “e-cigarettes,” these products are also known by other names, like “e-cigs,” “vapes,” “vape pens,” “mods,” or “tank systems.” They are also called by their brand names, like the commonly-known Juul. Using an e-cigarette can be referred to as “vaping” or “Juuling.” Types of E-Cigarettes There have been many forms of e-cigarettes since they first launched on the market. The most popular e-cigarette brand today is Juul 7, a device shaped like a USB flash drive – which makes it easy to conceal. Juul delivers high levels of nicotine.8,9,10 Juul’s nicotine liquid refills are called “JUULpods,” which contain as much nicotine as a pack of cigarettes.11 However, youth are rapidly switching from Juul to flavored disposable e-cigarettes. Call us at (850) 800-9258.