Selena Gomez recently revealed in a video that vaping has had a noticeable impact on her voice, addressing ongoing discussions about her vocal changes. The American singer, actress, and founder of Rare Beauty cosmetics shared her experience with nicotine vaping on her now-deleted Instagram stories, acknowledging the difficulty of quitting and advising against it. Gomez humorously accepted that her altered voice might not be to everyone’s liking and encouraged those struggling with vaping to reconsider.
Although Gomez did not specify the duration of her vaping habit, she expressed her determination to stay vape-free despite the challenges. The artist, who has faced various health battles, disclosed her lupus diagnosis in 2015 and has suggested that the condition may have affected her vocal cords. Additionally, Gomez underwent a kidney transplant in 2017 and discussed her bipolar disorder diagnosis in her 2022 documentary, “Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me.”
Health experts emphasize the broader risks associated with vaping beyond nicotine, highlighting the potential harm to the respiratory system. While formal studies on vaping’s direct impact on vocal cords are scarce, the multitude of chemicals present in vape smoke, including nicotine, can adversely affect respiratory health, according to experts. Health Canada warns about the presence of over 1,500 unique chemicals in vaping products, with identified health risks such as lung damage.
Public figures like Gomez speaking out on the dangers of vaping are crucial in raising awareness. Experts stress the importance of honesty and advocacy against vaping, underscoring the need for stricter regulations on the sale and use of vaping products to curb potential health crises. In Canada, efforts to restrict vaping flavors have been ongoing for years amidst concerns about youth usage, with ongoing discussions on implementing legislative measures to regulate tobacco product access for young individuals.