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Irritating Compounds Can Show Up In 'Vape Juice'

Airway-irritating acetals seem to form in some types of vape juice even without heat, researchers find — likely a reaction between the alcohol and aldehydes in the liquid. (Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Airway-irritating acetals seem to form in some types of vape juice even without heat, researchers find — likely a reaction between the alcohol and aldehydes in the liquid. (Bloomberg via Getty Images)

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