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is a myth," Adams said."Although e-cigs generally contain fewer toxicants than combustible tobacco products, they can expose users to harmful chemicals in addition to nicotine," he added."Less harm does not mean harmless."E-cigarettes can make it harder for youngsters to learn and remember and pay attention, as well as putting them at risk of future addiction, according to Adams.They also contain "harmful substances, including heavy metals, volatile organic compounds, and ultrafine particles that can be inhaled deeply into the lungs," said the advisory.The surgeon general urged parents, doctors and educators to take a series of steps, including banning indoor vaping, and talking to kids about the dangers of e-cigarettes, mentioning by name the USB drive-shaped products made by JUUL."We applaud the advisory by @Surgeon_General to help reverse this dangerous trend," tweeted the American Association for Cancer Research.US Surgeon General Dr

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Congress is considering a measure to raise the federal age to purchase tobacco to 21 as part of the massive government funding bill expected to pass by week's end