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You have always been there for your mom, and now GoldenYears Care is here for you

We provide Adult Day Services For Special Needs Adults (21 years old +)

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Call UsToday For ATour or Info! (732) 851-6640 www.GoldenYearsCareNJ.com • Medical AppointmentTransportation • Around-the-clock attention • Physical & OccupationalTherapy In House • Free Door-to-DoorTransportation • Delicious Food Options (Spanish, Russian, Italian & more) • Onsite & Offsite Activities: (Ping Pong, Zumba, Shopping Excursions, Museums, Crafts,Trips to the Shore and much more) • Onsite Hairdresser Serving Monmouth, Middlesex & Ocean Residents Conveniently off Rt 33 and NJTurnpike Exit 8 108 Woodward Rd. Manalapan, New Jersey If your loved one needs care during the day, trust GoldenYears Care to put them in good hands! Recent studies have raised questions about the safety of secondhand vape smoke, as vaping has be come increasingly popular. While many view vaping as a safer alternative to traditional smoking, the potential health risks associated with secondhand exposure are becoming clearer. What We Know Vaping involves inhaling vapor from e-cigarettes, which typically contain nicotine, flavorings, and other chemicals. Unlike traditional cigarettes, which produce tar and a wide range of harmful byprod ucts, e-cigarettes produce an aerosol. However, this aerosol can still contain harmful substances, in cluding nicotine, heavy metals, and volatile organic compounds. Health Concerns Research indicates that secondhand exposure to vape smoke can pose risks, especially to vulnerable populations such as children and pregnant individuals. A recent study published in Tobacco Control found that non-smokers exposed to secondhand vape aerosol may experience increased respiratory issues and cardiovascular effects. Experts emphasize that while the risks may be lower than those associated with secondhand cigarette smoke, they are not negligible. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises caution, noting that the long-term health effects of inhaling vape aerosol remain largely unknown. Regulatory Landscape In response to growing concerns, some cities and states have begun to regulate vaping in public spac es similarly to tobacco smoking. These measures aim to protect non-smokers from potential harm and limit the exposure of minors to vaping products. Conclusion While vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, secondhand vape smoke is not without its risks. Ongoing research is essential to fully understand the implications for public health. For now, minimizing exposure to secondhand aerosol, particularly for vulnerable groups, remains a prudent approach. SECONDHAND VAPE SMOKE: UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS By Gabriel Mancuso

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We Offer Something Special Nowhere Else Found In CNJ ForYour Loved One! Active Day Adult Services

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