Summary: We delve into the controversy swirling around e-cigarettes and recent FDA announcement to regulate the widely used devices. Also, how can you prevent forest fires? Identify fire risks. Then, what microbes are surrounding you every day? Segment 1: E-Cigarettes Are e-cigarettes safe? Nearly 20% of US adults report that they have "vaped" in the past 30 days. Director of Tobacco Treatment Service at the University of Pittsburg Medical Center, Dr. Hillary Trindale, puts a spotlight on the popular device. Segment 2: Puff for Puff E-cigarettes are a billion dollar booming business. Are we glorifying the "safety" of e-cigarettes without identifying unknown repercussions of the product? Dr. Hillary Tindale sounds off. Segment 3: FDA Steps In The FDA has announced that they will now regulate e-cigarettes similar to other tobacco products. This falls on the heels of raised concerns of young adults and children using e-cigarettes. We discuss the toxicity and controversy surrounding the popular product. Segment 4: Where There's Smoke... Wild fires seem to be on the rise. This begs the question, why are we so bad at preventing them? CAL FIRE Department of Information Officer, Daniel Berlant shares fire risk factors. Segment 5: World of Microbes What microbes are hanging out in the dirt, on your skin, and on your household surfaces? Dr. Joanne Emerson fills us in on the single-celled, microscopic critters existing all around us. Segment 6: Fresh Air How does air quality and pollution effect your health? University of Colorado Boulder's Dr. Joanne Emerson discusses the friendly and harmful microbes surrounding you daily.
