Vaping and E Cigarettes Causing Outbreak of Respiratory Illnesses, Other Severe Health Problems, and Deaths Sommers Schwartz What Does Vaping Do to Your Brain? University of Nevada, Reno Effects of smoking, vaping and e cigarettes on the body POSTER TPT Vaping releases toxic chemicals, including heavy metals, as well as ultrafine particles that go deep into the lungs. These increase the risk of heart and lung disorders.